Netflix's popular series Bridgerton is preparing for its eagerly awaited fourth season, which will focus on the romantic adventures of Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson. Benedict, who has often been in the shadow in earlier seasons, will be the main character as he searches for love in the forthcoming plot based on Julia Quinn's novel, An Offer From a Gentleman, as confirmed by Variety.
The fourth season will center around Benedict's pursuit of a mysterious "lady in silver" whom he meets at a masquerade ball organized by his mother. This intriguing woman, identified as Sophie Beckett, wins Benedict's affection despite their different social statuses. In a statement obtained by Variety, Netflix described the season as an exploration of the life of the artistic second son of the Bridgerton family, "Despite his elder and younger brothers both being happily married, Benedict is hesitant to commit -- until he encounters a mesmerizing Lady in Silver at his mother's masquerade ball."
While season 4 highlights Benedict's story, there are plans to delve into the narratives of the remaining Bridgerton siblings Eloise, Francesca, Gregory, and Hyacinth in future seasons, in line with Julia Quinn's eight-book series, according to Variety. Netflix has confirmed the series' continuation up to season 4, with possibilities for further development under the direction of creator Shonda Rhimes and showrunner Jess Brownell.
