'Downton Abbey' to hit big screen in China

"Downton Abbey," the first big-screen adaption of the British historical period drama television series of the same name, is set to hit the big screen in China on Friday, Dec. 13, according to the China Film Distribution and Exhibition Association.

Directed by Michael Engler and starring the original cast, the film follows the lives of the Crawley family and their intrepid staff preparing for one of the most important moments of their lives.

The storyline revolves around a royal visit from the King and Queen of England that unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue that will leave the future of Downton Abbey hanging in the balance.

The film boasts a score of 8.1 out of 10 on film review platform Douban based on more than 8,700 reviews.

Source: Xinhua

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