John Bates — Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Character Profile

John Bates - Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

About John Bates

Former footman turned valet, loyal to the Crawleys, overcomes past imprisonment and prejudice.

John Bates — Character Profile

Alignment: Hero
Species: Human
Abilities: Valet services, Loyalty, Problem-solving

Strength: 6/10
Intelligence: 6/10
Charisma: 5/10
Morality: 9/10
Influence: 6/10

Character Facts

Played by: Brendan Coyle
Appears in: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (2025)
Role: Minor

Relationships (1)

John Bates — romantic — Anna Bates (Joanne Froggatt)

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