The Crawley Family tree in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, explained

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale has opened in the theatres with its last installment, documenting the lives of the Crawley family and the household staff. The franchise went from television to film after the first television series. The first film, released in 2019, showed a royal visit to Downton in 1927. A second film, Downton Abbey: A New Era, released in 2022, continued the story into the late 1920s.

On September 12, 2025, the last installment, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, was released in theaters, ending the saga of the Crawleys. Covering decades of social and historical change, the story follows the trials of inheritance, estate business, and family dynamics.

The family dynamics have established the tone of much of the series, where each generation has its role in maintaining and leaving behind the estate. Looking over the family tree gives a clear picture of the line and relations that defined the history of the estate.

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Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale: The family tree

Below is the family tree of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

1) Violet Crawley

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Violet Crawley, the Dowager Countess of Grantham, served as the matriarch of the family. She was a key figure in shaping decisions regarding succession and inheritance at Downton Abbey.

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2) Robert Crawley

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Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham, is Violet’s son and the head of the estate. His primary responsibility was maintaining Downton through financial, political, and familial challenges. He often acted as the custodian of tradition, seeking to preserve the estate’s position in changing times.

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3) Cora Levinson

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Cora Levinson, Countess of Grantham, is Robert’s wife. Her American fortune initially supported the estate’s survival. In addition to managing family concerns, she became an important mediator in household affairs, including assisting Edith and advocating for family members during crises.

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4) Lady Mary Crawley

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Lady Mary Crawley is the eldest daughter of Robert and Cora. She married Matthew Crawley, with whom she had a son, George. Following Matthew’s death, she later married Henry Talbot and had a daughter, Caroline. Years later, in Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Mary took on significant responsibilities in running the estate, particularly as Violet prepared to step back.

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5) Matthew Crawley

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Matthew Crawley, a distant cousin, became heir to Downton Abbey after the Titanic disaster in 1912 eliminated closer heirs. His marriage to Lady Mary consolidated the estate’s future, but his sudden death in a car accident created another succession crisis.

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6) Lady Edith Crawley

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Lady Edith Crawley, the middle daughter, experienced a series of personal setbacks, including the disappearance of her partner Michael Gregson. She raised their daughter, Marigold, before marrying Bertie Pelham, Marquess of Hexham. With Bertie, she had a son, Peter. Edith’s marriage established her as Marchioness of Hexham, expanding the Crawley family’s influence.

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7) Lady Sybil Crawley

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Lady Sybil Crawley, the youngest daughter, was noted for her independent choices. She married Tom Branson, the family’s chauffeur, despite initial objections. Sybil died from eclampsia shortly after the birth of their daughter, Sybbie.

8) Tom Branson

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Tom Branson, originally employed as the Crawley family’s chauffeur, married Lady Sybil and became part of the family. After her death, he remained closely involved in estate affairs.

11) Rosamund Painswick

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Rosamund Painswick, Robert’s sister, held the position of a supportive aunt. She was especially important in guiding Edith during her early struggles, offering counsel and practical assistance when needed.

13) The Next Generation

The future of the family rests with the children of Robert and Cora’s daughters. George and Caroline (Mary’s children), Marigold and Peter (Edith’s children), and Sybbie (Sybil’s daughter) form the next generation of heirs. Their lives and roles extend the Crawley lineage into the 20th century, beyond the events of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.

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Edited by Ankur Pandey