Overview

A tribute to the celebrated and enigmatic actress, with her life story told by those who knew her best, celebrating her much-loved appearances across film and TV spanning almost 70 years. Smith, who died in September of this year, had gained a new level of popularity playing the razor-tongued Lady Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey, but for all her success, remained a very private person who had little time for the trappings that came with fame. The film tells the story of a girl born in pre-war Essex who, against the odds, took Broadway and the West End by storm before eventually becoming one of the world's most popular and respected performers.

Cast

Maggie Smith, Derek Jacobi, Jessica Brown Findlay, Julian Fellowes, Zoë Wanamaker, Michael Palin, Adam James Phillips, Magi Vaughan

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What is "Dame Maggie Smith - A Celebration" about?

A tribute to the celebrated and enigmatic actress, with her life story told by those who knew her best, celebrating her much-loved appearances across film and TV spanning almost 70 years. Smith, who died in September of this year, had gained a new level of popularity playing the razor-tongued Lady Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey, but for all her success, remained a very private person who had little time for the trappings that came with fame. The film tells the story of a girl born in pre-war Essex who, against the odds, took Broadway and the West End by storm before eventually becoming one of the world's most popular and respected performers.

When was "Dame Maggie Smith - A Celebration" released?

Dame Maggie Smith - A Celebration was released in 2024.

Who stars in "Dame Maggie Smith - A Celebration"?

The cast includes Maggie Smith, Derek Jacobi, Jessica Brown Findlay, Julian Fellowes.