Or the sprat to catch the mackerel, as Mrs.Patmore says.

I thought the same

Yes very irritating. I'm sure I'm not the only one who was hoping he was talking about Mary.

Agreed. Reported for misinformation as I do most clickbait videos

@@RuEd294great idea! I did the same.

If you didn’t ‘at all fall for it’, how come you are here??!!! A HUGE F’g LOL!!!!!! 😂 🤣 😂

Yes!!! So frustrating

Spot on

I agree with this completely. I think his decision was very selfish. He could have finished filming Downton Abby and filmed other things. Besides it's not as if he would never get another role after Downtown.

The cast originally signed on for three seasons. In the meantime, the actors playing Matthew and Sybil had found other projects, and Dan Stevens said he didn't want to be typecast.

@@monique8641 I know that at the time he thought that exiting the show would further his career, but it doesn't seem like it made any positive difference. On the contrary, his fans are to this day disappointed.

@@someone3187 Perhaps you need to google him and see his body of works.

But you could of not found a come back for him he truly owned the role

Toutes les histoires des 3 soeurs sont dramatiques

Mary was so horrible, I was relieved for Matthew because Mary was such a selfish and self centered person, seems in real life too!

I disagree. Julian Fellowes didn't know what to do with her. Her arc was basically Boyfriend -> Not Ready -> Boyfriend -> Not Ready -> Boyfriend -> Not Ready -> Boyfriend -> Not Ready. Her character jumped the shark.

While I continued to watch the series… in retrospect THIS WAS THE END OF THE STORY! Everything there after was “spinning plates” and Mary just got more annoying… only Maggie Smith kept things light but really IT was OVER! Shoulda wrapped up then!

True it did ..

Thank you.

Exactly!

I stopped watching it for the same reason in 2014. I feel now after 9 years I might be able to watch the remaining seasons 😅

@@pratikkulkarni407 9 years! 😅😅😅😅 I was just being dramatic. I had to finish it. Already did. The movie as well. Will watch it again (and again) for sure! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@@pratikkulkarni407Season 4 is definitely a notch down from Seasons 1-3 despite a seemingly higher production value BUT there are many highlights, from the introduction of Rose as Sybil’s “replacement” (tho she’s totally different from Sybil) to Mary & Isobel and their grief in the wake of tragedy. it’s very destabilizing but in a way that feels appropriate, as numerous characters’ lives were altered forever by Matthew’s death. there are some plotlines that start to feel quite soapy but it is always coated in high-quality Downton varnish. Season 5 is definitely an improvement on Season 4 save one storyline (I think most ppl will know what that is lol) and Season 6 is like Downton back in business. the finale is just wonderful. and the movies, especially the first film, are highly enjoyable. the ending of the second film is shattering and perfect. i don’t think you’ll regret watching the rest at all

@@Julescr80what were the storylines you enjoyed most/least in the latter seasons?

I just simply avoid that scene, and came back two episodes later. 😅

I guess ‘peacetime’ is a bore compared to all that noise & challenge… I understand completely!!! Except, I’m still Alive 😅

Honestly, just got to Matthew’s death, and it’s semi - ruined the show for me. Seems so unnecessary and sudden. Leaves a bitter taste

I agree

Well, Matthew's travails, and those of Bates and Anna, are for the most part the soap opera aspect of this series. It diminished the series somewhat.

While I continued to watch the series… in retrospect THIS WAS THE END OF THE STORY! Everything there after was “spinning plates” and Mary just got more annoying… only Maggie Smith kept things light but really IT was OVER! Shoulda wrapped up then!

She should have married the guy who slopped the pigs with her.

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I know, right❓❓❓‼️‼️‼️⁉️

Click bait

He didn't like Mrs. Patmore

It's a fact that Dan didn't want to renew his contract and held out on his decision until after Season 3 was filmed. Killing him seemed the only solution to his wishy-washy attitude. And you're spot on - he didn't make a name for himself. An over-inflated ego? I wonder.

👍

Perhaps you should google him and see how much work he has done before and after Downton.

It isn’t a “fact.” I knew him first from non-DA roles.

Interesting 🤔

Absolutely. It was called an estate entailed to a male heir. Same problem in Pride and Prejudice - no son and heir. It was the law which was super sexist or should I say misogynistic?

You are very right. Sometimes it seems Americans use stereotypes and prejudices instead of their own brain.

@@Celisar1you just stereotyped Americans… 🙄

Me too, and it’s only okay since re-living Downton is a plus✅

@@judywright4241reading the comments you mean-is a plus???

They can be.. just don’t watch the episode that he dies in.. and any episode or movie after that.😊

@@shivadizayin 😉👍

I wonder how they would have extended the story. Matthew died having created an heir to Downton. He had worked on improving the estate so it didn't go the way others had - and gone bankrupt. What else could he have done? When Mary remarried, there wasn't much of a life for the second husband and he had to create a car business with Tom. Matthew would have been all but standing around making decisions with Robert until Robert's death.

@monique8641 Maybe they would have delayed the birth of an heir that might cause problem in their relationship….. or maybe either of them might need to travel and the separation might cause another kind of problem when one of them will be seduced to having an affair….. or maybe Downton will fall into some sort of disaster that would challenge their marriage …… Whatever it might be, Lord Fellows I‘m sure would have created an enduring & interesting plot for these two favorite characters of mine….🥰

I think normally when actors leave a really hot show and character they aren’t as popular and don’t normally have more success. The example I think of is McDreamy from Grey’s Anatomy.

If you google Dan Stevens, he had plenty of work before DA and plenty of work afterwards.

​@@monique8641 There is work, and then there is work.

He NEVER said that. Dan loved being a part of Downton Abbey and remains friends with many of his co-stars. He just needed to follow his heart and from the very beginning when all principal actors (19) signed three-year contracts, he knew he never wanted to commit more than three years to any one project for fear of typecasting, plus his deep yearning to stretch his acting talents.

@@laurenstich1049 I shouldve figured it was clickbait. I was sad to see him leave Downton but I loved watching all his work since especially on Legion. Apostle was also an underrated film imo.

Hi Lauren. Haven't seen anything about Dan for months. Have you?

@@chrisbritcher2133 Hi Chris. Gaslit was superb (Starz miniseries), as was his brief but spectacular performance in the Hulu miniseries -- Guillermo del Toro's "Cabinet of Curiosities" episode called "Alo Glo". Dan's next project is starring on Kong vs Godzilla because he always wanted to work again with Adam Wingard who directed Dan in 2014's The Guest -- his after starring role after he left Downton Abbey. Can't imagine seeing him in something like this, but the original movie of this name a few years ago broke all box-office records. Some top names like Helen Mirren have gone this route, as well. (And remember Maggie Smith in the Harry Potter films...)

Lauren thanks for reply. There has been no news in UK for nearly a year. Thought he looked gaunt last seen. Perhaps for new role. Much of his work we do not get in UK. Would love to see him in theatre. Brilliant actor!

It was too soon , I thought why bother watching when they take out one of the main characters

@@jackielaurin8692 because all the actors originally only signed for three seasons. Dan was offered other roles without the certainty of more seasons with Downton and stated that he was afraid of staying too long and being typecast. The actress playing Sybil left for the same reason.

@@monique8641 ok makes sense

@@monique8641So therefore he can ruin a Masterpiece Theatre classic. That’s really selfish.

Apparently they were all originally signed up for three seasons to see how DA worked out. In the meantime, other offers came up and he was afraid of being typecast. Same for the actress who played Sybil. The writers stated that if they'd had time to think about it, they may have killed them both off in a car accident.

I agree

The show was not Steven’s creator, he was acting a role. Besides the series creators signed Steven’s for only 3 years. They were the first ones that bailed since they didn’t sign him for longer.

While I continued to watch the series… in retrospect THIS WAS THE END OF THE STORY! Everything there after was “spinning plates” and Mary just got more annoying… only Maggie Smith kept things light but really IT was OVER! Shoulda wrapped up then!

He did what he said he would do. It was a job to him and he wanted to try different things. That's business

@@jaynekranc8607 Typical entitled person. He should have continued with the series

Exactly! He made it through the war and all that, only to take his terminal breath in a ditch by the roadside...:(

What’s he done better since? He’s no longer a household name

While I continued to watch the series… in retrospect THIS WAS THE END OF THE STORY! Everything there after was “spinning plates” and Mary just got more annoying… only Maggie Smith kept things light but really IT was OVER! Shoulda wrapped up then!

I agree he made the decision to leave I'm a dan Stevens fan I don't listen to negative comments about him I listen to positive comments about him I had a crush on Matthew Crawley

Teddy Roosevelt supposedly told them they were clever to keep the name in the family.

I highly doubt it

I'd like to see Tom Hiddleston do it.

I'd like to see Sam Heughan.

Henry Cavill is born to play James Bond

It was not as if he was playing Fonzie.

He was committed. He did his three years as promised. they decided to extend the show due to its popularity and that wasn’t what he wanted for his career. He had a right to move on.

@@janniegurl05 Naturally you have to finish a contract. He moved on because he wanted to explore different roles. Again, why take on a major role if you weren’t committed to seeing the show through.

@@jerrilynnfagan5505 The same reason people who might work for a company switch jobs. It’s what suits their needs. It’s not about us, it’s about him and his livelihood. The folks who created the show decided to extend past 3 years. He wasn’t obligated to do more.

@@jerrilynnfagan5505 because the original contracts were for three seasons. He completed that contract and was offered other work when the three years were almost up. There was no guarantee at that stage that the show would continue.

​@@janniegurl05 In Japan, people graduate from University, go to job fairs and interviews, are hired and stay in that company until they retire at 60. It is called stability and security. Most actors are out of work more than they work. The rest should be grateful.

Have you tried google?

No, he did not.

Hugh Bonneville and Elizabeth McGovern (as two examples) have plenty of acting roles under their belts. Guessing you'd never heard of Dame Maggie Smith or Dame Penelope Wilton before? I can't speak for all of the characters, but I did see plenty of them in earlier years in Midsomer Murders.

@@monique8641Oh, I see where my original comment doesn’t specify that I was referring to the cast’s post Downton Abbey careers so I take your point.

@@monique8641 Dame Maggie Smith is probably one of my favorite British actresses and I have been watching her in films since the 90’s (The Secret Garden/Sister Act) However, her career was established before Downtown Abbey, in fact she carried the film in my opinion. I’m in Jamaica, which matters because while I’d never heard of Elizabeth McGovern or Hugh Bonneville before DA, I do know who they are now but for me they’re totally associated to the film - ie not famous enough to have the same international impact at Smith. Now, I was replying to comments that Dan Stephen’s’ career hasn’t blown up since he left the film (suggesting that he should have stayed) and I’m saying that I haven’t seen where the other actors have fared any better. If someone blinked and never watched Downton Abbey, they probably would never have heard of any of the other actors, Smith excepted, while Stephens has since been in a few films where he might be remembered on this side of the world. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Update: Never heard of Dame Penelope Wilton before Downton Abbey, in-fact I had to google her to know who you were referring to!

Michele Dockery has had a great career. She’s had several mini series and has been in numerous TV and mainstream movies.

Ummmm…. How about Lily James, Hugh Bonneville, Elizabeth McGovern, Penelope Wilton, Maggie Smith …

Google him and see how he's fared since he left.

David Duchovny suffered from that same delusion when he left The X-Files. Luckily for him, they can resurrect you in SciFi.

Perhaps you should google him and see what he's done since.

Lavinia! 😢

She LOVED him.

Hmm I saw her a different way. To me she was elegant, kind, fair, and confident

Apparently he wanted to leave to play beasts, mutants and robots. How....."diverse"😏.

He also trimmed by at least 15 pounds, stopped bleaching his hair, and showed that he could talk as Americans do. Not bad. @@tessdurberville711

Matthew did not have a title.

Too bad the title Waaaaaagh! has been used. She could have used it for her autobiography.