Summary
Bridgerton’s season 4 couple tease has ignited an ecstatic fan reaction. The show is an adaptation of the Regency era romance novels of the same name by Julia Quinn, with the first two seasons adapting the first two books by following the love stories of Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and then her eldest brother Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey). However, season 3 skipped straight to book 4 and the love story of the third-eldest brother, Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton). Thus, it remains to be seen which sibling will be the focus of the upcomingBridgertonseason 4.
Across social media, fans have reacted to a scene toward the end of the recently releasedBridgertonseason 3, part 2, which teases an upcoming masquerade ball. That event is a central element of book 3, which tellstheCinderella-inspired love story of second-eldest brother Benedict Bridgerton(Luke Thompson). That, combined with narration about the future taking place over a shot of Benedict, caused many viewers to speculate that season 4 will center on that character and introduce his love interest, Sophie. See select fan reactions below:
@jolangfrdsbroke down the teases in season 3 part 2, insisting that they mean that “sophie is coming!”
Shelby Elpersshared images of Lady Whistledown’s narration over a shot of Benedict, saying “Benedict Bridgerton, it FINALLY feels like it’s your time to shine.”
@gallavichisbackshared a fancam video of Benedict and reacted to the line about the upcoming masquerade ball by saying “BENEDICT BRIDGERTON SEASON 4 LEAD I’M SAT.”
@blueravnsshared another still of Benedict, saying, “it’s your time.”
Allyshared the portentous masquerade ball clip, saying “BENOPHIE SEASON 4!!!”
jude saw livshared an excited gif reacting to the line “do you think mama would ever let me miss her MASQUERADE BALL?”
madsreacted to the masquerade ball line by sharing a clip of Anne Hathaway panicking and shutting her laptop inThe Idea of You.
Mirnashared another excited gif, saying, “Benedict season is next ..”
All Signs Point To Yes (But It’s Not Confirmed)
It makes sense that Benedict’s love story would be next, especially after those teases in theBridgertonseason 3 part 2 ending. Additionally, while the books are essentially standalone, they feature a consistent cast of characters on a forward-moving timeline, which means thatadapting book 3 sooner than later may be a priority, to avoid getting too far ahead. However, in spite of the fact that the scripts for season 4 are nearing completion, it has not been officially confirmed who will be the lead of the season.
It’s possible that Colin and Penelope’s story was moved up because both stars have been involved with the show since season 1, and producers may have wanted to ensure that their story was adapted in case either star wanted to leave theBridgertoncast. BecauseSophie has not been officially cast, they only faced one possible departure when adapting book 3, which may have seemed like less of a risk. However, co-star Claudia Jessie’s involvement in other projects, including the upcoming miniseriesToxic Town,may mean that her character Eloise is in the running for season 4’s lead as well.
Both central stars ofBridgertonseason 1, Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Page, have since departed the series, as has season 2’s possible love interest, Charithra Chandran.
Considering the fact that there are eight novels in the series being adapted inBridgerton, the writers may also be making some bold moves in season 4. It is uncommon for any Netflix live-action series, however popular, to run for eight seasons. While it still seems likely that the masquerade ball tease promises that the book 3 story is coming next, it is possible that season 4 will break tradition and adapt both Benedict and Eloise’s love stories at the same time.
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Bridgerton, released on June 17, 2025, is set in Regency-era England and follows the lives of the influential Bridgerton family. The series explores themes of wealth, lust, and betrayal, portraying societal dynamics through a blend of romance and intrigue.
