Paul Giamatti Joins Downton Abbey Cast

[Baitball Blogger]

Paul Giamatti is reportedly joining the cast of “Downton Abbey.”

And while there have been reports about Gwyneth Paltrow starring on the show, as well as stories about the Rolling Stones doing a guest spot on the hit U.K. series, unlike those past claims, Giamatti is actually going to be on the program.

TV Line says the Emmy-winning star has been cast as Harold Levinson, “playboy brother of Cora,” played by Elizabeth McGovern and son of Martha (Shirley MacLaine), and he’s set to cause some mayhem.

Giamatti’s first appearance will be on the finale of Season 4, which begins in the U.S. on January 5, 2014.

http://www.gossipcop.com/paul-giamatti-downton-abbey-cast-role-harold-levinson-part-cora-brother/

[Paladin]

1. Now, THERE'S some unique casting for you!

Looking forward to Giamatti and Maggie Smith's characters facing off. The really amazing thing? It's likely to work.....

[hibbing]

2. well this is interesting

Hi,
Thanks for posting this. I just got into the show so have been watching the dvds of season 1 and 2. For some reason I'm having a hard time imagining this, but I am sure he will be good. Him in those clothes will be interesting enough.

Peace

[blueamy66]

3. excellent

Now maybe my boyfriend will watch with
me.

[Tuesday Afternoon]

4. Cora's brother ... interesting.

should be fun.

[monmouth3]

5. Always thought this great actor was under appreciated. This is great news..n/t