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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n\n\t\t\tRelated: <\/span>‘Bridgerton’ Cast and Crew Explain Why the Show Isn’t Following Book Order<\/span><\/a>
\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n\t\t\tThe decision for Bridgerton not to follow the exact order of Julia Quinn\u2018s book series certainly hasn\u2019t been favored by all. The historical drama, which premiered in 2020, focuses on the members of the wealthy Bridgerton family as they search for love in 19th century London. Season 1 focused on Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Showrunner Jess Brownell<\/strong>, who took over for creator Chris Van Dusen<\/strong>, teased the next chapter in April 2024, telling TV Insider, \u201cI won\u2019t give you anything, but I do think that there are some clues at the end of Season 3 of where we\u2019re headed.\u201d<\/p>\nShe continued: \u201cSo yeah, I leave that to fans to pick apart, but I think we\u2019re tipping our hand just a little bit.\u201d<\/p>\n
Keep scrolling for everything to know about Bridgerton<\/em> season 4:<\/p>\nWas \u2018Bridgerton\u2019 Renewed for a 4th Season?<\/h3>\n
Netflix previously renewed Bridgerton<\/em> for seasons 3 and 4<\/a>. The streamer didn\u2019t offer more details about the focus of each season.<\/p>\nHas the Season 4 Lead Already Been Chosen?<\/h3>\n\n![\"Everything](\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Everything-to-Know-About-Bridgerton-Season-4-2.jpg?w=1000&quality=86&strip=all\")
<\/div>Liam Daniel\/Netflix<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nBefore season 3 premiered in May 2024, Brownell confirmed that the writers\u2019 room was already breaking ground on the next arc.<\/p>\n
\u201cI can tell you that I know who it\u2019s gonna be. We are in the middle of writing it right now.\u201d Brownell told Refinery29<\/em> one month prior in response to a question about which Bridgerton sibling is at the center<\/a> of season 4.<\/p>\nWhen Would Season 4 Premiere?<\/h3>\n
According to Brownell, season 4 was already in production<\/a> in April 2024. Filming, however, has yet to begin.<\/p>\n\u201cWe actually don\u2019t know when it\u2019s gonna drop,\u201d Brownell told Refinery29<\/em> at the time. \u201cWe\u2019re still making sure that we write the best possible script that we can before we start production. But we\u2019re really thrilled with what we\u2019ve been working on. So hold out hope!\u201d<\/p>\nWho Are the Potential Contenders to Lead Season 4?<\/h3>\n\n![\"Everything](\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Everything-to-Know-About-Bridgerton-Season-4-4.jpg?w=1000&quality=86&strip=all\")
<\/div>Liam Daniel\/Netflix<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSeason 4 has three \u2014 or more \u2014 potential Bridgerton siblings who could be chosen to lead the series next. After Benedict\u2019s love story with Sophie was already delayed, it would make sense to circle back to him.<\/p>\n
However, Eloise (Claudia Jessie<\/strong>) is also a frontrunner after being a main character for several seasons. Eloise\u2019s friendship with Penelope is also at stake during season 3 so her story line could evolve seamlessly into the upcoming season. To Sir Phillip, With Love<\/em>, which is the fifth book in the franchise, would reintroduce Phillip (Chris Fulton<\/strong>)<\/a> as he built a connection with Eloise.<\/p>\nFrancesca (Hannah Dodd<\/strong>) and her book, When He Was Wicked<\/em>, is also one to look out for after the character was recast. With Dodd taking on the role after Ruby Stokes<\/strong>\u2018 exit<\/a>, Francesca is featured more in season 3, which would prepare her to be the next lead.<\/p>\nWill Season 4 Face Shakeups From the Book?<\/h3>\n\n![\"Everything](\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Everything-to-Know-About-Bridgerton-Season-4-6.jpg?w=1000&quality=86&strip=all\")
<\/div>Liam Daniel\/Netflix<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\u201cI am really not trying to shake things up too much,\u201d Brownell told Refinery29<\/em> in April 2024. \u201cI really believe in the vision of the show.\u201d<\/p>\nThe showrunner didn\u2019t rule out departures from the books<\/a> though, adding, \u201cI really want to serve the stories and the books the best way possible. It just naturally felt like, for Penelope and Colin, it made sense to lean into a romantic comedy tropes. So this season does have a bit more humor in it and it has the awkward banter. So that\u2019s something that will feel slightly elevated in terms of being different from last season.\u201d<\/p>\nCan Fans Expect More LGBTQIA+ Representation?<\/h3>\n\n![\"Everything](\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Everything-to-Know-About-Bridgerton-Season-4-5.jpg?w=1000&quality=86&strip=all\")
<\/div>Liam Daniel\/Netflix<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSince its 2020 premiere, Bridgerton hasn\u2019t featured many LGBTQIA+ characters on the show. The Queen Charlotte<\/em> spinoff<\/a>, which started streaming in 2023, is the first time fans got to see LGBTQIA+ characters explored prominently through Brimsley (Sam Clemmett<\/strong>)<\/a> and Reynolds (Freddie Dennis<\/strong>)<\/a>.<\/p>\nBrownell, however, is determined to change that moving forward.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a show about love in its many forms, and I think that it\u2019s only right for us to foreground queer love and to tell queer stories,\u201d Brownell told Pride in April 2024. \u201cI want to see more queer joy on my screens, and that was definitely a priority for me when I stepped into the showrunner role.\u201d<\/p>\n
Brownell remained tight-lipped on which characters might learn more about their sexualities<\/a>, adding, \u201cHow exactly that plays out over this season and the next couple seasons, I can\u2019t say specifically, but I will say I\u2019m excited for fans to see that.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\nThank You!<\/h3>\n
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\n\n\t\t\tRelated: <\/span>‘Bridgerton’ Stars Who Left the Netflix Show: Where Are They Now?<\/span><\/a>
\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n\t\t\tBridgerton quickly became a fan favorite after debuting on Netflix in 2020, but not all of the show\u2019s cast members chose to stick around. The historical drama, which is based on the book series written by Julia Quinn, follows the members of the wealthy Bridgerton family as they search for love in 19th century London. [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Which Cast Members Would Return for Season 4?<\/h3>\n
Characters including Penelope, Colin, Benedict, Eloise, Francesca, Lady Danbury (Adjoa Andoh<\/strong>), Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel<\/strong>), Hyacinth (Florence Hunt<\/strong>), Gregory (Will Tilston<\/strong>), and Lady Whistledown (voice of Julie Andrews<\/strong>) are expected to return for more episodes.<\/p>\nWill Couples From Past Seasons Make Onscreen Appearances?<\/h3>\n\n![\"BRIDGERTON](\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/BRIDGERTON-Gal-Update-1225-4.jpg?w=1000&quality=86&strip=all\")
<\/div>Liam Daniel\/Netflix<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nAfter his season 1 exit, Page hasn\u2019t hinted at any plans to return<\/a> to the rule of Simon. Meanwhile, Dynevor appeared in the second season but later revealed she wasn\u2019t in the next selection of episodes. Bailey and Ashley, who were the stars of season 2, returned one season later and haven\u2019t ruled out more appearances<\/a> in the future.<\/p>\nHow Many Books Are Left From Here?<\/h3>\n
Benedict\u2019s An Offer From a Gentleman<\/em>, Eloise\u2019s To Sir Phillip, With Love<\/em> and Francesca\u2019s When He Was Wicked<\/em> are the immediate next choices. Hyacinth\u2019s It\u2019s in His Kiss<\/em> and Gregory\u2019s On the Way to the Wedding<\/em> are still on the docket, as well.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
She continued: \u201cSo yeah, I leave that to fans to pick apart, but I think we\u2019re tipping our hand just a little bit.\u201d<\/p>\n
Keep scrolling for everything to know about Bridgerton<\/em> season 4:<\/p>\n Netflix previously renewed Bridgerton<\/em> for seasons 3 and 4<\/a>. The streamer didn\u2019t offer more details about the focus of each season.<\/p>\n Before season 3 premiered in May 2024, Brownell confirmed that the writers\u2019 room was already breaking ground on the next arc.<\/p>\n \u201cI can tell you that I know who it\u2019s gonna be. We are in the middle of writing it right now.\u201d Brownell told Refinery29<\/em> one month prior in response to a question about which Bridgerton sibling is at the center<\/a> of season 4.<\/p>\n According to Brownell, season 4 was already in production<\/a> in April 2024. Filming, however, has yet to begin.<\/p>\n \u201cWe actually don\u2019t know when it\u2019s gonna drop,\u201d Brownell told Refinery29<\/em> at the time. \u201cWe\u2019re still making sure that we write the best possible script that we can before we start production. But we\u2019re really thrilled with what we\u2019ve been working on. So hold out hope!\u201d<\/p>\n Season 4 has three \u2014 or more \u2014 potential Bridgerton siblings who could be chosen to lead the series next. After Benedict\u2019s love story with Sophie was already delayed, it would make sense to circle back to him.<\/p>\n However, Eloise (Claudia Jessie<\/strong>) is also a frontrunner after being a main character for several seasons. Eloise\u2019s friendship with Penelope is also at stake during season 3 so her story line could evolve seamlessly into the upcoming season. To Sir Phillip, With Love<\/em>, which is the fifth book in the franchise, would reintroduce Phillip (Chris Fulton<\/strong>)<\/a> as he built a connection with Eloise.<\/p>\n Francesca (Hannah Dodd<\/strong>) and her book, When He Was Wicked<\/em>, is also one to look out for after the character was recast. With Dodd taking on the role after Ruby Stokes<\/strong>\u2018 exit<\/a>, Francesca is featured more in season 3, which would prepare her to be the next lead.<\/p>\n \u201cI am really not trying to shake things up too much,\u201d Brownell told Refinery29<\/em> in April 2024. \u201cI really believe in the vision of the show.\u201d<\/p>\n The showrunner didn\u2019t rule out departures from the books<\/a> though, adding, \u201cI really want to serve the stories and the books the best way possible. It just naturally felt like, for Penelope and Colin, it made sense to lean into a romantic comedy tropes. So this season does have a bit more humor in it and it has the awkward banter. So that\u2019s something that will feel slightly elevated in terms of being different from last season.\u201d<\/p>\n Since its 2020 premiere, Bridgerton hasn\u2019t featured many LGBTQIA+ characters on the show. The Queen Charlotte<\/em> spinoff<\/a>, which started streaming in 2023, is the first time fans got to see LGBTQIA+ characters explored prominently through Brimsley (Sam Clemmett<\/strong>)<\/a> and Reynolds (Freddie Dennis<\/strong>)<\/a>.<\/p>\n Brownell, however, is determined to change that moving forward.<\/p>\n \u201cThis is a show about love in its many forms, and I think that it\u2019s only right for us to foreground queer love and to tell queer stories,\u201d Brownell told Pride in April 2024. \u201cI want to see more queer joy on my screens, and that was definitely a priority for me when I stepped into the showrunner role.\u201d<\/p>\n Brownell remained tight-lipped on which characters might learn more about their sexualities<\/a>, adding, \u201cHow exactly that plays out over this season and the next couple seasons, I can\u2019t say specifically, but I will say I\u2019m excited for fans to see that.\u201d<\/p>\n You have successfully subscribed.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n \t\t<\/a><\/p>\n \n\t\t\tBridgerton quickly became a fan favorite after debuting on Netflix in 2020, but not all of the show\u2019s cast members chose to stick around. The historical drama, which is based on the book series written by Julia Quinn, follows the members of the wealthy Bridgerton family as they search for love in 19th century London. [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Characters including Penelope, Colin, Benedict, Eloise, Francesca, Lady Danbury (Adjoa Andoh<\/strong>), Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel<\/strong>), Hyacinth (Florence Hunt<\/strong>), Gregory (Will Tilston<\/strong>), and Lady Whistledown (voice of Julie Andrews<\/strong>) are expected to return for more episodes.<\/p>\n After his season 1 exit, Page hasn\u2019t hinted at any plans to return<\/a> to the rule of Simon. Meanwhile, Dynevor appeared in the second season but later revealed she wasn\u2019t in the next selection of episodes. Bailey and Ashley, who were the stars of season 2, returned one season later and haven\u2019t ruled out more appearances<\/a> in the future.<\/p>\n Benedict\u2019s An Offer From a Gentleman<\/em>, Eloise\u2019s To Sir Phillip, With Love<\/em> and Francesca\u2019s When He Was Wicked<\/em> are the immediate next choices. Hyacinth\u2019s It\u2019s in His Kiss<\/em> and Gregory\u2019s On the Way to the Wedding<\/em> are still on the docket, as well.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nWas \u2018Bridgerton\u2019 Renewed for a 4th Season?<\/h3>\n
Has the Season 4 Lead Already Been Chosen?<\/h3>\n
<\/div>When Would Season 4 Premiere?<\/h3>\n
Who Are the Potential Contenders to Lead Season 4?<\/h3>\n
<\/div>Will Season 4 Face Shakeups From the Book?<\/h3>\n
<\/div>Can Fans Expect More LGBTQIA+ Representation?<\/h3>\n
<\/div>Thank You!<\/h3>\n
<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n\n\t\t\tRelated: <\/span>‘Bridgerton’ Stars Who Left the Netflix Show: Where Are They Now?<\/span><\/a>
\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\nWhich Cast Members Would Return for Season 4?<\/h3>\n
Will Couples From Past Seasons Make Onscreen Appearances?<\/h3>\n
<\/div>How Many Books Are Left From Here?<\/h3>\n