A SURPRISING celeb revealed that he is set to make an appearance in the upcoming Downtown Abbey film as shooting wrapped.
The third installment of the period drama has been eagerly anticipated since it was announced, and now fans are getting closer to a release date.
Alastair Bruce – known for being both the Governor of Edinburgh Castle and a Sky News commentator – announced his involvement in the flick on X.
He told followers: “Filming for Downton Abbey 3 just finished – including my cameo.
“Downton Abbey 3 release announced for 12 September 2025.
“Returning to Edinburgh Castle this week for The Edinburgh Military Tattoo. It will be my last, as Governor.”
The film will receive a cinematic release worldwide on the same date.
The first Downtown Abbey film was set two years after the events of the TV series, and the second one saw the cast welcome in the Roaring Twenties.
Hugh Bonneville previously hinted at further changes coming in the next film, telling Yahoo UK there are “new elements” that will interest long time fans.
He added: “For my character, I think the usual [can be expected], which is that he’s a sort of dinosaur trying to be led into the future reluctantly, and then eventually he stumbles forward a bit.
“So, as always, there’s that rhythm of things changing with glacial slowness, and Robert finally accepting that things [are changing] — it’s time to move the story on, so to speak.
“It’s got the usual tropes, if you like, of thrills and spills in a very Downtown way – which means spilling a tea cup, pretty much!
“I think it’ll certainly be the best iteration of the film versions yet.”
The Sun revealed that a third movie was in the works in March, with filming starting this summer.
The cast reunited for a read through of the script in May.
In a video taken behind-the-scenes Michelle Dockery, who plays Lady Mary Crawley, opened up about what it was like to see her co-stars again.
She shared: “It feels amazing, a tad emotional. It’s wonderful to all be back together again. We come back together and it’s like no time has passed at all.
“We’re so happy to announce that we’re in production for the third Downton Abbey movie. We can’t wait to see you.”
