Downton Abbey fans respond as the premiere date released for the film

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale is set to premiere in theaters on September 12th, and is the first film since Dame Maggie Smith's sad pass.

The promotional photos used to share the release date featured the ominous catchphrase, “It's time to say goodbye.”

Downton Abbey fans responded as the release date for their last film

It's time to say goodbye. #downtonabbey: The grand finale will only be at the theater on September 12th. pic.twitter.com/uj6hxjp5td

– Downton Abbey (@downtonabbey) March 27, 2025

Downton Abbey fans met the news with a mixture of excitement and fear.

An upset fan of one of the ITV Show and subsequent film franchises said:

“I want a Downton Abbey movie in 2057, where Crowley's grandson experiences Beetlemania,” another added. “No, it's not over!”

The third person said: “I'm excited about the new movie, but it's bittersweet to see it all ending. This was an amazing journey.”

From cheeky comebacks to brilliantly delivered one-liners, from sophisticated humor and the sharp wit of the Countess Douger's razor. #downtonabbey pic.twitter.com/dbz93v6c6z

– Downton Abbey (@downtonabbey) November 29th, 2024

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However, many fans were happy to see the drama approaching its end by writing on social media.

Others expressed pure excitement, with one viewer saying, “N and I work hard to act normally at work.”

Another said: “Please praise Downton Abbey for still being here.