Overview

• Season 4 is in post-production with its finale being edited, targeting a 2026 premiere and centering on Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek, played by Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha.
• Rhimes confirmed the core series will run exactly eight seasons, aligning each season with one of Violet Bridgerton’s eight children.
• She opened the door to further prequels or spin-offs beyond the main arc, and the show has been renewed past Season 4, with reports noting two additional seasons.
• Addressing criticism of the show as “woke,” Rhimes dismissed the label with “That’s so cute” and reiterated she writes shows that include her perspective.
• The franchise’s diverse casting draws on interpretations of Queen Charlotte’s mixed heritage and has helped fuel the series’ global success, with Netflix reporting record viewership across seasons.