'Downton Abbey' Season 6 Spoilers: 3 Plot Rumors [Wishlist]

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Jul 23, 2015 08:02 AM EDT

The sixth and final season of "Downton Abbey" has already started filming, and fans are finding it hard to bid farewell to the beloved series. Besides, there seems to be a lot of loose ends that needs to be mended first before the series officially ends.

Before anything else, Daily Mail UK Online writes that 69-year-old actress Penelope Wilton has finished shooting her final scene for "Downton Abbey" as the elegant Isobel Crawley. She has paid homage to the finale by dressing to impress, wearing a knee-length jacquard jacket over a long, grey skirt and a pair of round-toe Mary Jane black shoes. She has finished off her look with a smart hat and laced gloves.

The cast and crew has been filming in Bampton, Oxfordshire for two days, with the actress and Douglas Reith, who plays Lord Merton in the series and David Robb, who plays the clever Dr. Clarkson. This will also be the last filming day for Robb, who was seen carrying a bottle of champagne, probably a gift from the crew.

But one of the biggest sightings during the filming is that of Allen Leech, who plays the role of Tom Branson. This has just confirmed that his character will indeed return to the show, despite rumors of exit last season after his character left for Massachusetts.

Now on to the spoilers. Move Pilot reports that the storyline for the final season may be greatly affected by Matthew Goode's character, as speculations arise after his flirtations with Lady Mary and a modern twist surrounding his penchant for racing cars.

Furthermore, Tom Cullen is also spotted on set and could brew a competition between the actors' characters Henry Talbot and Lord Gillingham. Perhaps, the inclusion of a race is in order to win the heart of Lady Mary? Oh, it would be exciting to see who Lady Mary ends up with because really, it's about time the show gives one of the most favorite characters some love action.

Glamour Magazine UK also adds what they wish to see in the series finale, starting off with the marriage of Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. Their tennis match-like love story needs to be settled, and it would be best if they end up finally consummating their love affair.

Whatever ending they decide to play for the series ender, it will definitely entice an exciting atmosphere for watchers and fans alike. It has been a great run, Downton Abbey! Watch out for the first episode of the final season on January 2016.

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