How did the distinguished Earl of Grantham, Robert Crawley, hook up with the American Countess Cora? Did he marry for love or her inheritance?
Stay tuned. “Downton Abbey†creator Julian Fellowes is writing a prequel which recounts how the couple first met, the BBC reported Friday.
While currently writing in book form, Mr. Fellowes said at the Bafta Screenwriters' Lecture series, a TV adaptation is expected.
Now in its third season, the period drama has been a huge hit for ITV, and the broadcaster is interested in extending its success, the BBC said, though some lead characters may leave the show at the end of the current series.
The spinoff drama would feature a pair of younger ac tors in the roles - currently played by Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern -and would be broadcast after the end of “Downton Abbey.†The prequel may also take the drama to America, where “Downton Abbey†is equally popular.
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