Who is in the cast of Downton Abbey 2?

All of the main cast will be returning for the sequel, which was confirmed back in April 2021. Focus Features, the production company behind the project shared the announcement on Twitter, writing: “We’re thrilled to announce that Julian Fellowes and the entire Downton cast are back for #DowntonAbbey2, with Hugh Dancy, Laura Haddock, Nathalie Baye and Dominic West joining! See the film in theatres this Christmas.”

Michelle Dockery and Tom Cullen will also be returning, playing Lady Mary Talbot and Lord Gillingham, respectively. Tuppence Middleton will be making a comeback after her franchise debut in the first film as Lucy Smith. 

There are some new players joining the group as well, these include Hannibal’s Hugh Dancy, Catch Me If You Can’s Nathalie Baye and The Crown’s Dominic West. The studio has not confirmed what roles they will be playing.