Michelle Dockery reflects on Downton Abbey’s appeal over the last 12 years

Michelle Dockery reflects on Downton Abbey’s appeal over the last 12 years

Michelle Dockery attending the world premiere of Downton Abbey: A New Era at Cineworld Leicester Square, London.

Michelle Dockery has said she feels Downton Abbey fans have followed the franchise for the last 12 years as they find it “comforting” and the new film will be like “seeing old friends again”.

The actress, who plays Lady Mary, is reprising her role for the upcoming film sequel Downton Abbey: A New Era alongside series stalwarts including Dame Maggie Smith and Hugh Bonneville.

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