Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson, finally becomes the lead after seasons of avoiding the idea of marriage. Alongside him is Sophie Baek, played by Yerin Ha, a character inspired by Julia Quinn’s An Offer from a Gentleman. The story brings masks, secrets, class tension, and the kind of romance fans love to argue about online.
Bridgerton season 4 release date
Netflix is splitting the season into two parts again. Four episodes will land on 29 January 2026. The final four will arrive on 26 February 2026. Eight episodes. Twice the suspense. Twice the chatter.
Image credit : Netflix | Netflix is splitting the season into two parts again
When Season 3 did the same, fans complained at first, then binged like it was an order from the Queen herself. This time, the reactions were quicker. “I screamed when I saw January 29 trending again,” one fan wrote. Another added, “Split or no split, I’ll be seated. By order of my Netflix password.”
Bridgerton season 4 story plot
The heart of Season 4 is Benedict and Sophie. He is artistic, restless, and allergic to the idea of settling down. She is clever, determined, and walking into the ton with borrowed confidence and hidden pain.
Image credit : Netflix | The heart of Season 4 is Benedict and Sophie
The masquerade ball scene is the season’s most talked-about moment already. Fog, candles, gloves, masks, chandeliers, and a single spark of eye contact that tells the story without words. “It looks magical. Proper fairytale energy,” one post read. Right under it came, “It’s giving Cinderella but with better waistcoats and more emotional damage. I’m obsessed.”
Bridgerton season 4 cast
Violet Bridgerton returns. So does Penelope and Colin. And yes, Kate and Anthony will appear again, which means the internet will once more ask if their screen time is enough. But the new season also brings fresh trouble. Araminta Gun, played by Katie Leung, steps in as Sophie’s sharp-tongued, cold-hearted stepmother. Rosamund and Posy join as her stepsisters, adding rivalry, vanity, softness, and sparks of cruelty.
Image credit : Screenshot taken from X | Fans react to Bridgerton season 4 trailer
“This might be my second favourite after Queen Charlotte,” one viewer said after the teaser. Another replied, “If the glove drop doesn’t ruin me, the family tension will.” Even the sceptics admitted their switch. “I’ll freely admit I wasn’t excited before. I am now,” one honest post read. Under it someone joked, “Character development for you, Benedict. Viewer development for us.”
