Netflix has set hearts aflutter with the first glimpse of BRIDGERTON‘s fourth season, treating fans to an intimate behind-the-scenes look at what promises to be another enchanting chapter in the beloved series. The newly released sneak peek, which dropped on Valentine’s Day 2025, offers tantalizing glimpses of the show’s next romantic adventure, centered around the free-spirited Benedict Bridgerton, portrayed by Luke Thompson. Taking its cues from Julia Quinn’s AN OFFER FROM A GENTLEMAN, the season weaves a spellbinding romance that Thompson describes as a “twist on Cinderella,” following Benedict’s unexpected encounter with a mysterious Lady in Silver at his mother’s masquerade ball.

The fresh footage reveals returning fan favorites, including Nicola Coughlan‘s Penelope Featherington, who appears in two pivotal scenes – one intimate moment with her husband Colin Bridgerton, and another alongside the formidable Queen Charlotte at the masquerade ball. Adding to the excitement, showrunner Jess Brownell confirmed at the BRIDGERTON: SEASON OF LOVE 2025 Fan Event that season two’s beloved couple, Kate and Anthony Bridgerton, will return, with Johnny Bailey and Simone Ashley reprising their roles, promising glimpses of their marital bliss and new journey into parenthood.

Perhaps most intriguingly, the season introduces newcomer Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek, who steps into the glittering world of the ton as Benedict’s love interest. The production, which began rolling cameras in September 2024, is set to conclude filming in April 2025, though eager fans will need to exercise patience – Netflix isn’t expected to premiere this latest installment until 2026. This continuation of the BRIDGERTON saga promises to maintain the series’ signature blend of romance, drama, and societal intrigue, while exploring new territories through Benedict’s artistic soul and his reluctance to follow his brothers into matrimonial bliss. With its stellar cast and creative team hard at work, including veteran stunt professional Mark Vanselow at the helm, and the addition of acclaimed actors like Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei, Ving Rhames, and Michael Chiklis, the fourth season appears poised to captivate audiences once again with its unique blend of period romance and modern sensibilities.