Main Cast of Downton Abbey
The British period drama Downton Abbey features a large ensemble cast led by Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley, the Earl of Grantham. Elizabeth McGovern plays his wife Cora, while Michelle Dockery and Dan Stevens portray their children Lady Mary and Matthew Crawley.
Supporting Actors and Their Roles
Key supporting roles include Joanne Froggatt as the maid Anna Bates and Rob James-Collier as the valet Thomas Barrow. Jim Carter is the butler Carson, and Penelope Wilton plays the housekeeper Mrs. Hughes. These actors help portray the rigid class dynamics of the fictional Yorkshire estate.
Original Series and Film Actors
The original ITV series ran from 2010 to 2015, with many actors reprising their roles in the 2019 film and its sequel. Maggie Smith as the Dowager Countess is widely credited as a standout performer. For a full cast list, visit the official Downton Abbey page on IMDB.
