The ton is buzzing with anticipation for Bridgerton Season 4, ready to sweep fans back into a world of swoony romance, tangled drama, and glittering balls. This time, a new Bridgerton steps into the spotlight with a love story that’s sure to spark hearts. Here’s the latest scoop on when it’ll hit, who’s showing up, and what juicy twists await.
Bridgerton Season 4 Potential Release Date
Everyone’s itching to know when Bridgerton Season 4 will land on Netflix. The word is it’s coming in 2026, but no specific date has been spilled yet. Looking at how things have gone before—Season 1 popped up in December 2020, Season 2 in March 2022, and Season 3 in May 2024—it’s usually a two-year wait. Filming takes about eight months, then there’s editing and dubbing for global audiences. Some fans are betting on an early 2026 release, maybe January, since Julia Quinn’s An Offer From a Gentleman tie-in book hits shelves on January 6, 2026. Others think it might drop in two batches, like June and July, following Season 3’s playbook. Nothing’s locked in, but early 2026 seems like a solid guess.
Bridgerton Season 4 Expected Cast
The Bridgerton crew is a mix of old favorites and new faces ready to shake up London’s high society. This season’s all about Benedict Bridgerton, played by the ever-charming Luke Thompson, who’s finally getting his shot at love. Stealing the scene with him is Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek, a mysterious gal who’s bound to turn heads as his romantic match.
Back for more are:
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Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton, tossing out brotherly wisdom when he’s not tied up elsewhere.
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Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma, hopefully back for more lovey-dovey moments with Anthony, though she might have less screen time due to other projects.
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Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington, juggling her big Lady Whistledown reveal.
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Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton, sticking by Penelope and maybe stirring the pot.
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Claudia Jessie as Eloise Bridgerton, mending fences with Penelope after last season’s mess.
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Hannah Dodd as Francesca Bridgerton, kicking off a new romance with Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza).
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Ruth Gemmell as Violet Bridgerton, throwing the must-attend masquerade ball.
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Adjoa Andoh as Lady Danbury, dishing out her usual sharp wit.
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Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte and Hugh Sachs as Brimsley, keeping the royal tea hot.
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Polly Walker as Portia Featherington, plotting to keep her family on top.
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Martins Imhangbe and Emma Naomi as Will and Alice Mondrich, climbing the social ranks.
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Florence Hunt as Hyacinth and Will Tilston as Gregory, the young Bridgertons bringing the charm.
New folks stirring the pot:
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Katie Leung as Lady Araminta Gun, a tough widow pushing her daughters into the marriage game.
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Michelle Mao as Rosamund Li, Araminta’s scheming daughter with eyes for Benedict.
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Isabella Wei as Posy Li, Rosamund’s dreamy, chatty sister.
On the flip side, some fan-faves won’t be back. Phoebe Dynevor (Daphne) said she hasn’t been called for Season 4, and Regé-Jean Page (Simon) is still off the guest list. Jessica Madsen’s Cressida Cowper might also miss this round after her Season 3 banishment to Wales, but there’s talk she could return down the line.
Bridgerton Season 4 Plot Details
Season 4 pulls from Julia Quinn’s An Offer From a Gentleman, shining the spotlight on Benedict Bridgerton. He’s the artsy, carefree brother who’s sidestepped marriage so far, but things get wild at his mom’s masquerade ball. That’s where he meets Sophie Baek, a dazzling “Lady in Silver” who grabs his heart. Trouble is, Sophie’s a maid keeping her real life under wraps, setting up a Cinderella-style romance full of secrets, longing, and society’s pesky rules.
Luke Thompson’s teased a story that mixes fairy-tale magic with the gritty side of Regency life, plus some curveballs to keep things fresh. The masquerade ball sets the stage in the first episode, with Benedict head-over-heels for Sophie’s masked allure. Their love story dives into big stuff like class divides and finding real love, sticking close to the book’s vibe but with Bridgerton’s bold, modern twist.
Elsewhere in the ton, there’s plenty to keep eyes glued. Eloise and Penelope are patching up their friendship after Season 3’s drama, diving into deeper territory. Francesca’s new spark with Michaela Stirling teases a queer romance, flipping the book’s Michael Stirling storyline into something new. Anthony and Kate might pop up, but their India trip could mean fewer scenes. Newbies like Lady Araminta Gun and her daughters, Rosamund and Posy Li, are set to shake up the marriage mart, with Rosamund chasing Benedict and complicating his hunt for Sophie.
