Everything about ‘Bridgerton’ season 4: Hints, release date and potential clues

Everything about ‘Bridgerton’ season 4: Hints, release date and potential clues

Fans of the Regency-era romance ‘Bridgerton’ are buzzing with anticipation for season 4, but the question remains: which Bridgerton siblings will take center stage? While the Netflix series loosely follows Julia Quinn’s book series, there’s always the potential for surprises as the show evolves.

After season 1 focused on Daphne and Simon, and season 2 explored Anthony and Kate’s love story, season 3 turned its attention to Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton. However, this does not necessarily guarantee that Benedict, Eloise or Francesca will be the next frontrunners.

Showrunner Jess Brownell teased to Refinery29 in April 2024 that clues about season 4 could be found in the season 3 finale. He also confirmed that the writers are already hard at work on the upcoming arc.

Potential Lead for Season 4

While fans are eagerly speculating, there are at least three strong contenders for the season 4 lead:

Benedict Bridgerton: His long-delayed love story with Sophie can finally unfold.

Eloise Bridgerton: Her friendship with Penelope is unchanged, and her new relationship with Sir Phillip provides ample material for a charming storyline.

Francesca Bridgerton: Her character, currently portrayed by Hannah Dodd, has a more prominent role in season 3, potentially setting her up as the next lead.

Departure from LGBTQIA+ Books and Representations

Brownell doesn’t rule out deviations from Quinn’s book but aims to stay true to the show’s vision. However, she has expressed a strong desire to showcase more LGBTQIA+ characters as the series progresses. This transition was foreshadowed with the ‘Queen Charlotte’ spinoff, giving hope for a more inclusive storyline within the main ‘Bridgerton’ narrative.

Release Date and Cast Returning

Although a set release date has not been announced, Brownell confirmed in April 2024 that season 4 is already in production. Fans can expect the return of beloved characters such as Penelope, Colin, Benedict, Eloise, Francesca, Lady Danbury, Queen Charlotte, and of course, the voice of Lady Whistledown. Whether previous stars like Regé-Jean Page or Phoebe Dynevor make a cameo remains to be seen.

With plenty of source material and an evolving vision, ‘Bridgerton’ promises to continue to deliver romance, drama and unexpected twists in season 4.