If you loved
Downton Abbey
Michael Engler · Film · 2019
If you loved Downton Abbey, you are likely drawn to the way high-stakes family legacy and rigid social structures collide with personal desire.
Start with the source
The source
Downton Abbey
Julian Fellowes · Series · 2010
Adaptation
Downton Abbey: A New Era
Simon Curtis · Film · 2022
Books on the same thread
Quo Vadis
Henryk Sienkiewicz · Book · 1999
If Downton Abbey hit, Quo Vadis shares the thread.
London Match
Len Deighton · Book · 1993
If Downton Abbey hit, London Match shares the thread.
Mine Till Midnight
Lisa Kleypas · Book · 2007
Like the Crawleys navigating their evolving status, Amelia Hathaway must manage the complex social expectations of the ton while balancing her own family duties after a sudden rise in status.
The Dark Tower
Stephen King · Book · 1982
If Downton Abbey hit, The Dark Tower shares the thread.
Series on the same thread
The Crown
Peter Morgan · Series · 2016
This series offers the same meticulous attention to British aristocratic tradition and royal duty that defines Downton Abbey, providing an intimate look at the pressures facing a powerful family.
Succession
Jesse Armstrong · Series · 2018
While more modern and cynical, this drama mirrors the intense internal power struggles and family dynamics that keep the household of Downton Abbey in a constant state of flux.
Years and Years
Series · 2019
If Downton Abbey hit, Years and Years shares the thread.
Outlander: Blood of My Blood
Matthew B. Roberts · Series · 2025
Those who enjoyed the sweeping historical romance of Downton Abbey will find a similar dedication to period detail and the emotional toll of forbidden love set against historical change.
Podcasts on the same thread
Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew
Shawn Johnson + Andrew East · Podcast · 2026
If Downton Abbey hit, Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew shares the thread.
More Perfect
WNYC Studios · Podcast · 2025
If Downton Abbey hit, More Perfect shares the thread.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the Downton Abbey films and series?
You should begin with the 2010 Downton Abbey television series. After completing the series, watch the 2019 Downton Abbey film directed by Michael Engler, followed by the 2022 sequel titled Downton Abbey: A New Era to follow the complete story of the Crawley family and their staff.
Is the 2019 Downton Abbey movie a continuation of the original series?
Yes, the 2019 Downton Abbey movie serves as a continuation of the 2010 television series. It depicts the Crawley family and their staff preparing for a royal visit from the King and Queen of England, which creates new scandals and intrigue for the estate.
How many Downton Abbey films are there to watch after the show?
There are two films released after the 2010 television series concluded. You can watch the 2019 Downton Abbey film, which focuses on a royal visit to the estate, and the subsequent 2022 film titled Downton Abbey: A New Era to continue the journey of the characters.
Does the 2019 Downton Abbey film feature the same staff as the series?
Yes, the 2019 Downton Abbey film features the beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff. The story follows them as they prepare for the arrival of the King and Queen of England, an event that threatens the future of the estate through various scandals and romances.