Then, in 2019, we checked in with the characters again with theDownton Abbeymovie(viaIMDb).
Downton Abbeyfollowed the upper-class Grantham family and their army of live-in servants.
As for the cast,Downton Abbeyfeatured dozens of actors throughout its six seasons.
And for the younger actors, the show was often a jumping-off point that led to a wonderful career.
So without further ado, here’s what the cast been up to sinceDownton Abbeycame to an end.
With her snobby exterior concealing a kinder disposition, Mary was a firm fan favorite.
SinceDownton Abbey, Dockery branched out from the posh girl stereotype to take on some very different roles.
In 2017, she played Alice inGodless,another period drama but this time, a western.
As she toldVanity Fair,“Getting the role was a big deal.”
Then in 2019, Dockery starred in Guy Ritchie’sThe Gentlemen, a modern day crime flick.
To that end, the period dramaDownton Abbeycertainly seemed right up her alley.
And her incisive portrayal of the Crawley family matriarch made for some great gifs (viaRefinery29)!
However, as it turns out, Smith wasn’t exactly sad to seeDowntongo.
No I really am."
Smith went on to explain laughingly that her character “must’ve been 110” by the timeDownton Abbeyfinished.
Smith then coyly admitted that she’d never even seen the show!
His previous credits includeNotting Hill, Paddington,Doctor Who,and much more.
Suffice to say, he was no stranger to British TV when he was cast inDownton Abbey.
And since the show has finished, he’s kept himself incredibly busy with other projects (viaIMDb).
One of Bonneville’s more surprising projects was a documentary about the Passion of Christ calledCountdown to Calvary.
For the film, Bonneville traveled to Israel.
He also took part in a play calledShadowlandsabout C.S.
Lewis, the author of theNarniaseries.
It could run and run.
After all, how manyStar Trekmovies are there?"
For one thing, it launched her entire career.
However, the show also introduced her to herpartner, Michael C. Fox.
Fox portrayed Andrew Parker in the fifth season ofDownton.
“I’ve fallen in love and made wonderful friends how lucky am I?”
Carmichael gushed in a chat withTown & Country.
AfterDownton,Carmichael went on to star inThe Spanish Princess,another period drama.
For Carmichael, it was the perfect contrast.
Sounds like this dark part was the perfect change for Carmichael.
Then inThe Commuter, a modern dayLiam Neesonthriller, she played Neeson’s wife.
In 2019, McGovern also starred in a miniseries ofWar of the Worlds.
As she toldVariety, this modern thriller series was a welcome change.
Needless to say, the subject material and tone of this show is vastly different toDownton Abbey.
In 2020, Froggatt spoke toBT TVaboutLiar.
As she explained, the show was even more impactful thanDowntown.
She also added thatLiarwas one of her most difficult projects, too.
As the actor explained to theLos Angeles Times, he wasn’t exactly pleased with the show’s ending.
“I felt that there was a lot left open for him,” he revealed.
However, the loose ending actually meant that this character had more to do in the subsequent film.
SinceDownton,Leech has definitely moved on.
Leech also took on some exciting new roles.
In 2019’sBohemian Rhapsody, Leech played Paul Prenter, the former manager and lover ofFreddie Mercury.
In addition to her film and TV roles, McShera also took on some stage roles.
In 2016, she worked with Branagh again in his production ofThe Entertainerin London (viaDeadline).
It seems that this actress is just getting started on an exciting career!
While Hugh Bonneville played the head of the house, Carter played Mr. Carson, the butler.
As she explained, “It’s no accident that Jim’s playing that part.
He’s as honorable as Mr.
Apparently, Carter also became a father figure for younger actors on the show, too.
As the actor explained toDigital Spy, he actually struggled to find acting work both before and afterDownton Abbey.
Fortunately, after seven months off, James-Collier found a role in an ITV thriller calledThe Level.
“This thankfully came along in the same way thatDowntoncame along.”
In addition toThe Level,James-Collier found other roles over the years since leavingDownton(viaIMDb).
He appeared inUrban Myths, The Fight, Death in Paradise, andVera.
And in 2021, James-Collier played Saul Silva in Netflix’s much-hypedFate: The Winx Saga.
It’s safe to say, his projects have been worth the wait.
However, Coyle’s main focus seems to be the theater.
In 2018, Coyle spoke to theIndependentabout returning to the stage.
Coyle then went on to do a one-man show by Irish playwright Conor McPherson.
As he explained, he’d been obsessed with MacPherson since the ’90s.
It sounds like Coyle really returned to his theater roots afterDownton.
Prior to appearing on the show as Lady Rose, her credits were pretty minimal.
However, afterDownton, her career well and truly took off.
In fact, she’s even considered producing her own female-driven films with a school friend.
We can’t wait to see what’s next for her!
So, what other things did he do?
Well, Stevens' career has certainly been busy and varied.
InThe Guest,Stevens took on anAmerican thriller.
Then inBeauty and the Beast, he starred alongsideEmma Watsonas the famous Disney prince-turned-beast.
And inThe Man Who Invented Christmas, Stevens played the famous authorCharles Dickens.
As he toldIndieWirein 2017, his career has given him truly challenging roles.
“I think I was mildly terrified,” he said of his role inBeauty and the Beast.
Stevens latertook ona Marvel story withLegion.
Sounds like this actor is always after a challenge!
Sounds like the ultimate period drama!
One thing’s for sure Goode is clearly pretty comfortable stepping back in time for a role.
As the actress explained toYou, she’s done a lot of growing up since the show.
Additionally, when Findlay decided to leaveDownton, she was still very young.
In fact, she’d only just left university.
Over the years, Findlay set to work cultivating a healthy work life balance.
However, with therapy, Findlay found a better balance and a better relationship with her body.
Looks like her departure fromDownton Abbeyended up working pretty well for her.
