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Bridgerton Season 4 Sets Two-Part Launch, Promises Book-Faithful Benedict–Sophie Romance

A one-word hint from showrunner Jess Brownell has fans guessing about a famed bath scene, without official confirmation.

Overview

  • Netflix will release eight episodes in two drops on January 29 and February 26, 2026.
  • The new season adapts Julia Quinn’s An Offer From a Gentleman with Benedict (Luke Thompson) and Sophie (Yerin Ha) at its center.
  • Brownell says viewers can expect “juicy conflict,” rich set pieces, and a tonal shift “downstairs” that foregrounds class dynamics.
  • Ongoing arcs return with newlyweds Penelope and Colin, Eloise aiding Benedict’s search for the “Lady in Silver,” and the Li sisters entering society under their mother Araminta Gun (Katie Leung).
  • In Shondaland’s promo video, Brownell’s single word “bathtub” prompted reader speculation about a specific book moment, which the production has not confirmed.