Bridgerton Season 4 release date, cast, and story details

TL;DR:

• Netflix dated Season 4 for January 29 and February 26, 2026.
  
• The lead romance is Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek.
  
• Eight episodes will drop in two parts.
  
• A teaser shows a masquerade ball and a Cinderella style meet-cute.
  
• Expect key Bridgerton family returns and Lady Whistledown’s voice.

Netflix announced on October 13, 2025 that Bridgerton Season 4 will arrive in two drops. Part 1 streams on January 29, 2026. Part 2 follows on February 26, 2026. The season has eight episodes in total.

The love story this time: Benedict and Sophie

Season 4 shifts the spotlight to Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson. His match is Sophie Baek, played by Yerin Ha. The story takes cues from Julia Quinn’s third book, An Offer from a Gentleman, and leans into a Cinderella style spark.

A date teaser features a masked ball, a silver glove, and a promise to “unmask true love.” It sets the tone for a romance that blends fantasy with real stakes. Entertainment Weekly notes Julie Andrews returns as the voice of Lady Whistledown in the teaser.

Key dates at a glance

Sources: Netflix Tudum, Variety, Deadline.

Who is back, and who is new

Netflix’s announcement and trade reports confirm a strong returning ensemble around the new leads. Expect Luke Thompson as Benedict, with franchise regulars like Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley also appearing, alongside Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan. People and EW coverage highlight Yerin Ha’s Sophie at the center with Benedict.

Season 4 will also weave in Sophie’s family, including her stepmother and stepsisters, shaping tension around class and status. That setup mirrors the novel’s bones while giving room for new beats fit for TV.

What the teaser hints at

Early footage points to lavish ball scenes, slow-burn banter, and a masked first meeting. The silver glove is a neat twist on the lost slipper idea. It signals a chase, a secret, and a reveal fans can track across both drops.

People’s report describes Season 4 as a blend of fairy-tale romance and reality for Benedict and Sophie. That mix lines up with how the series pairs opulent visuals with social and family pressure.

Episode plan and format

Netflix will split the eight episodes into two equal parts, four and four. This mirrors the release pattern used for Season 3. The break gives space for fan talk, theory posts, and a mid-season bump.

How Season 4 fits the larger arc

Bridgerton was renewed beyond Season 3 long ago, and the series has settled into a rhythm of rotating leads while threading ongoing family plots. With Benedict now in focus, the show can deepen his artist arc and freedom streak from past seasons. That gives a clean entry point for new viewers with a payoff for long-time fans.

What this means for fans

• You can plan two watch weekends, about four weeks apart.
  
• The masked-ball device should anchor early episodes, then widen to family and class drama.
  
• Expect classic Bridgerton marks, like string covers, sharp narration, and society stakes.
  

Entertainment Weekly flags Lady Whistledown’s voice work in the teaser, which suggests the familiar narration tempo will guide the season’s clues and reveals.

New to Bridgerton? Start here

You can jump in at Season 4, since each season centers on a new couple. If you want context for Benedict, sample these:

• Season 1 and 2 for family dynamics and Anthony’s duties.
  
• Season 3 for the newer marriages and where the ton stands now.

Quick checklist before premiere

• Watch the date teaser to spot the glove clue.
  
• Revisit Benedict’s best scenes from Seasons 1 to 3.
  
• Track Netflix’s Tudum page for clip drops and cast Q&As.
  
• Set calendar holds for Jan 29 and Feb 26, 2026.
  

Why it matters

Bridgerton drives Netflix viewership and talk across markets. A two-part drop keeps buzz high for four weeks. Putting Benedict and Sophie at the center brings a fresh romantic tone while keeping the ton’s core cast in play. That balance is key for repeat viewing and word of mouth.

Sources:

• Netflix Tudum, “Unmask the Bridgerton Season 4 Release Date,” https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/bridgerton-season-4-premiere-date, October 13, 2025.
  
• Variety, “‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 Release Date Set By Netflix,” https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/bridgerton-season-4-release-date-teaser-1236546193/, October 13, 2025.
  
• Deadline, “Bridgerton Season 4 Premiere Date Revealed,” https://deadline.com/2025/10/bridgerton-season-4-premiere-date-teaser-netflix-1236583130/, October 13, 2025.
  
• Entertainment Weekly, “‘Bridgerton’ season 4 finally has a release date, watch the new teaser,” https://ew.com/bridgerton-season-4-release-date-new-teaser-11828542, October 13, 2025.
  
• People, “‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 Premiere Date Is Announced as New Trailer Shows Benedict and Sophie’s Chemistry,” https://people.com/bridgerton-season-4-premiere-date-new-teaser-trailer-11828845, October 13, 2025.
  
• ABC News, “‘Bridgerton’ season 4 to air in 2 parts early next year,” https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Culture/bridgerton-season-4-two-parts-2026/story, October 13, 2025.