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With a profound embrace of modern times and clever nods to Downton Abbey fans, screenwriter Julian Fellowes and director Simon Curtis deliver a poignant conclusion. All good things must come to an end. Even "Downton Abbey," the acclaimed historical drama that sparked instant fandom in 2010 when it began as a lavish television series about the inner workings of a post-Edwardian aristocratic family, the Crawleys, and their devoted staff. Director: Simon Curtis Writer: Julian Fellowes Stars: Michelle Dockery, Joanne Froggatt, Elizabeth McGovern Since then, writer-creator Julian Fellowes has elegantly transformed the series into an equally compelling three-film trilogy. And with the stylish and sharply humorous final edition, "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale," he proves once again that he knows exactly how to harness the elements that made the series such a captivating story, beyond its magnificent costumes and detailed production design: a commitment to consistent char...