Dates Announced: Downton Abbey’s Finale on Peacock, Freakier Friday on Disney+
The streaming landscape is set for exciting releases as several popular titles prepare for their digital debuts this November. Highlights include the farewell of the Crawley family in “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale” and the family comedy sequel “Freakier Friday.”
Dates Announced: Downton Abbey’s Finale on Peacock
“Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale” will premiere on Peacock on Friday, November 7. This film marks the conclusion of the Crawley family saga as envisioned by series creator Julian Fellowes. He emphasized that while the story may not be revisited, the original cast will not reunite for similar narratives again.
All six seasons of the original “Downton Abbey” series are currently available on Peacock, along with the previous films: “Downton Abbey” (2019) and “Downton Abbey: A New Era” (2022).
Freakier Friday Streaming Release on Disney+
Fans of family-centric films can look forward to “Freakier Friday,” set to stream on Disney+ starting Wednesday, November 12. This sequel to the 2003 hit features Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan reprising their roles as mother and daughter, Tess and Anna Coleman.
Main Cast of Freakier Friday
- Manny Jacinto as Eric, Anna’s fiancé
- Julia Butters as Harper, Anna’s daughter
- Sophia Hammons as Lily, the daughter of Anna’s fiancé
Returning to the cast are Chad Michael Murray as Jake, Christina Vidal as Maddie, and Mark Harmon as Tess’ husband, Ryan. The film explores the comedic chaos that ensues when two families merge, leading to unexpected events including a four-way body swap.
Other Noteworthy Streaming Releases
- The Fantastic Four: First Steps will debut on Disney+ on November 5, introducing a new cast of superheroes.
- Nobody 2 is set for release on Peacock on November 14, continuing Bob Odenkirk’s thrilling adventure.
- Bad Guys 2 will premiere on Peacock on November 21, featuring a voice cast that includes Sam Rockwell and Awkwafina.
- Little Disasters, a psychological thriller on Paramount+, will begin streaming on December 11, focusing on the challenges faced by four expectant mothers.
These upcoming releases promise engaging stories and returning characters, making November a month to watch for streaming enthusiasts on both Peacock and Disney+.
