Film review: Spinal Tap II keeps the laughs at 11; Downton Abbey takes its Grand Finale

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Film review: Spinal Tap II keeps the laughs at 11; Downton Abbey takes its Grand Finale

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025 - 13:00
Declan Burke

  • Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
  • ★★★★☆
  • Cinematic release

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