That said, the presence of Smith, who died last year, still ‘permeates’ this third and final ‘Downton’ installment.

The late actor Maggie Smith, who passed away last year in 2024, her presence shall be greatly missed in the forthcoming film, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

Dozens of historical costumes, props and even an vintage car used in the beloved ITV series are to be auctioned off to raise money for a children's charity.

Fans will be able to buy a dress worn by Maggie Smith, a signed script and other memorabilia from the period drama.