‘Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy’ Revives Beloved Franchise with Heart and Humor

The fourth film in the series follows Bridget navigating life as a widow and single mother while incorporating nostalgic callbacks to earlier movies.

Renée Zellweger reprises her role as Bridget Jones in the fourth film, which is now streaming on Peacock and revisits her life four years after the death of Mark Darcy.
The movie blends comedy and emotion as Bridget juggles parenting, a return to her career in television, and two new love interests, including a younger man and her son’s teacher.
Nostalgic Easter eggs, such as wardrobe items and iconic scenes from earlier films, pay homage to the franchise's history while updating Bridget's journey for a modern era.
Key differences from the 2013 book include changes to Bridget’s career, the dynamics of her relationships, and the addition of a storyline involving Mark's son and Daniel Cleaver’s teenage child.
Reviews praise the film for its emotional depth and humor, noting its appeal to both longtime fans and a new generation of viewers.