It has been four long, desolate years since the last ever episode of everyone's favourite British costume drama, so the arrival of Downton the Movie is not a moment too soon.

BRIAN VINER: The lavish production values and meticulous period detail transfer splendidly to the big screen. But in essence, this film is nothing more than an entire series in miniature.

After four years off our TV screens, Downton Abbey returned on Monday night for the world premiere of its big screen adaptation and received mixed reviews from critics.

The actress, 32, looked nothing short of sensational as she attended the red carpet premiere of Downton Abbey in Leicester Square on Monday.

Lorraine Kelly, 59, has been slammed by viewers after dressing Angus up as a butler while chatting to as 'Downton Abbey' star Phyllis Logan, with some claiming he was too hot under the studio lights.

Almost 70 per cent of people have concerns about their jaw and chin. Alice Smellie teamed up with aesthetic doctor Mervyn Patterson to give verdict on the latest tightening treatments.

The Love Island star, 28, donned a traditional black and lace maid's outfit as she enjoyed a chat with Alison about the films previously shot at the location.

Hosts Holly, 38, and Phillip, 57, presented This Morning from Downton Abbey's Highclere Castle on Thursday, where the TV series and film are shot.

The presenter, 39, took viewers on a tour of the castle grounds and some fans took to social media to comment on the glamour model's low-cut garment.

The much-anticipated Downton Abbey film is released in British cinemas today, bringing with it a wealth of etiquette lessons, according to MailOnline's expert William Hanson.

Back in the Seventies, much-loved television shows were regularly turned into films, and for eager audiences it often proved a rather disorientating experience.

Lady Fiona, second wife to the Earl of Carnarvon, requested his children leave Highclere Castle, Hampshire, the famous home of the Crawley family in the ITV drama, it was claimed.

Allen Leech's wife Jessica Blair Herman looked absolutely glowing as they attended the New York premiere of the Downton Abbey movie on Monday.

The Hillary Clinton aide, 43, has been keeping a low profile in recent weeks following Dailymail.com's reports that Weiner, a disgraced politician, was living in the same Manhattan block.

Michelle Dockery, 37, looked undeniably chic as she enjoyed some much needed downtime in New York on Monday.

The British cast continue the story of the Crawley family in the feature-length drama written by the show's creator Julian Fellowes and directed by Michael Engler.

On Tuesday Michelle Dockery was far from the walls of the Abbey, as she promoted the new film on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. She looked super chic in an all black pantsuit.

PBS's drama series Downton Abbey is returning as a feature film this weekend, and projections have the movie pegged to fare rather well as compared to other titles opening at the same time.

Around 120 horses and 150 personnel left their barracks in London for an annual training visit to the North Norfolk coast. The unit is the Queen's ceremonial saluting battery.

Lady Carnarvon says although Porchy, 26, and his sister Saoirse, 28 - heirs to the magnificent stately home Highclere Castle - flew the nest, they keep returning.

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British actor Simon Jones discusses his role as King George V in the new Downton Abbey movie. It marked the first time he had ridden a horse on set since Brideshead Revisited.

Based in a 19th century country house dubbed as Norfolk's Downton Abbey, the new business will run various courses for those wanting to serve the rich and famous. (Bylaugh Hall, pictured)

The film version of Downton Abbey showed the morally upright Earl of Grantham - portrayed by Hugh Bonneville - resplendent in the uniform of the Lord-Lieutenant of Yorkshire.

According to The Sun , executives at distributor Focus Features have approached writer Julian Fellowes to begin work on a sequel to make the most out of the film's success.

Laura Carmichael partied with Lily James and Billie Piper at the Mr Porter Health In Mind Fund bash, held at Quaglino's in London on Thursday night. 

Hugh Bonneville received an honorary doctorate from Winchester University for services to dramatic arts on Wednesday.

The Queen's second son, Andrew, 59, threw the star-studded bash at his home in Windsor, and invited celebrities such as Ellie Goulding, Robbie Williams and Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellows.

The actress, 63, showed off her quirky sense of style as she arrived for the photocall with co-star Michelle, 37, at the Rome Film Festival on Saturday.

The actress, 37, led the glamour in a stunning patterned sheer maxi dress with a black camisole underneath.

The first images of Harriet Walter Tamsin Greig, and Ella Purnell were released by ITV on Wednesday, which saw the stars dressed in their finery for the period drama.

Author Jessica Fellowes from Oxfordshire was fired by a magazine for being 'too posh', and said that you wouldn't get the same 'reverse snobbery' towards someone from a council house.

Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter has hinted that the big-screen adaptation of the hit period TV series will return for a sequel.

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Allen Leech from Downton Abbey stopped by the kickoff even over the weekend at the Barnsdall Theatre in Hollywood. The actor left his standard dapper suits from his hit TV series at home.

The actress, 39, who played Anna Bates in the series and the film adaptation, was joined by her fellow Downton stars Kevin Doyle and Michael C Fox.

Michelle Dockery put on a slightly sombre display on Sunday as she headed out for coffee and a walk while dressed mostly in black.

The award-winning screenwriter said that the incurable 'essential tremor', often mistaken for Parkinson's disease, doesn't hurt but is a 'nuisance' and 'tiresome'.

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Edward Kemp claims that middle and upper class actors are being cast because of a rise in the success of British TV shows such as The Crown and Downton Abbey.

The actor's outing comes after reports that he has not been seen with girlfriend Lily James for several months while his The Crown co-star Claire Foy is said to be providing a consoling shoulder.

Close friends say Claire Foy is providing a consoling shoulder for Matt Smith, whose relationship with girlfriend Lily James, has been the subject of increasing talk among showbiz insiders.

The actor, 57, was in good company as he joined by stunning Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery at Monday evening's British Fashion Awards, held at the Royal Albert Hall in south-west London.

Producer Gareth Neame said that after the first film's huge success there have been early talks about making a follow-up, after they were left 'holding their breath' regarding the reaction to the film.

Dame Maggie Smith has revealed she didn't feel 'satisfied' with her roles in the Harry Potter and the Downton Abbey franchise.

Ms Dockery has been dating creative director Jasper Waller-Bridge (with her, top right) for the past three months, it is understood. (Bottom right, with her fiance, John Dineen, in 2013.)

The Downton Abbey actress, 38, who played Lady Mary Crawley in the hit series, said she laughed out loud after a 'burly' taxi driver told her it was 'shame about your sister in season 3'.

The actress, 38, posed in a series of stunning images for the publication while reflecting on her career and forthcoming role in Guy Ritchie's latest flick, which is set for release in January 2020

The Downton Abbey star, 38, put on a stylish display in the all-black ensemble as she joined her male co-stars at the event at the event in The Whitby Hotel

The former Downton Abbey star, 30, cut a stylish figure at the event, donning a black top with a matching skirt while she added height to her frame with brown boots.