Disbelief over ‘Downton to end’ report

Fans of the hit high society drama Downton Abbey have reacted with disbelief to reports the show could end this year.

The Daily Mirror said the show, which has been a huge international hit, would finish at the end of the next series because creator Julian Fellowes wanted to start work on a new show set in 19th century New York.

The Daily Mirror quoted a source as saying: “It’s an open secret that Downton is ending this year. Some of the actors are keen to let it be known they will be available for work after the summer.