Another 'Downton Abbey' Actor Confirms Exit From Third Movie

Matthew Goode has officially confirmed he’s not returning for the next Downton Abbey film, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, after skipping the second film in the movie franchise as well.

The 47-year-old The Offer actor is now explaining his absence. By the way, the film hits theaters in September!

If you don’t know, he portrayed Henry Talbot for several episodes on the TV show before starring in the first film in the franchise. If you don’t watch, Henry meets and eventually marries Lady Mary Crawley (Michelle Dockery).