Bridgerton Season 4 BTS Video Reveals First Look At Returning Characters, Including Eloise, Penelope, Benedict & Francesca

With Bridgerton season 4's production having kicked off, a new behind-the-scenes video has shown familiar faces and new cast additions on-location for filming. The hit Netflix period drama is based on Julia Quinn's series of novels that focuses on the blossoming romances of the titular family as they navigate the upper-class lifestyle of Regency-era England. Bridgerton season 4 sees the series turn its focus to Luke Thompson's Benedict Bridgerton, who finds himself falling for the mysterious Sophie Baek, played by newcomer Yerin Ha.

As production on Bridgerton season 4 continues, the official Bridgerton Instagram account has shared a video from the set:

While the cast was dressed in coats atop their costumes, the video above shows the returns of Thompson, Hannah Dodd, and Victor Alli alongside Ha, as they return to portray Benedict, Francesca Bridgerton, and John Stirling. Claudia Jessie and Nicola Coughlan were also present on set interacting with one another as they reprise their roles of Eloise and Penelope. Throughout the video, the cast can be seen with one another between filming. The video concludes with Ha bringing the short Reel to a close.

What Bridgerton's Latest Behind-The-Scenes Video Reveals About Season 4

Key Storylines Have Been Confirmed

Given the events of the Bridgerton season 3 finale, the new set video has confirmed several developments for the family that will be followed through on in the new season. The newly-married Francesca and John are continuing their relationship, despite the former's meeting with her husband's cousin, Michaela (Masali Baduza), causing her to become intrigued. While it is currently unclear whether Michaela will return in season 4, Francesca and John's unfolding story in the new season plays a key part in establishing Francesca's direction within a future season that will adapt "When He Was Wicked."

What remains to be seen, however, is how Eloise and Penelope will factor into the plot of season 4. With Penelope having found love with Colin and put her Lady Whistledown persona to rest, it is likely that she could play a supporting role in the series to Eloise now that their relationship has been mended. This also means the series could lay the groundwork for Eloise's own season down the line.

Our Thoughts On Bridgerton Season 4's Latest Behind-The-Scenes Video

The New Season Adds A New Romantic Twist To The World

Bridgerton season 4 is set to turn its attention to a Cinderella-esque romance between Benedict and Sophie. After having spent past seasons learning how various relationships can bloom, even in the face of what society might expect, Benedict's bond will see him looking beyond Sophie’s current circumstances, where tragedy and neglect have placed her in a lower position than him. As such, many are excited to see their romance challenge the expectations that dictate society, allowing their love to win overall.

Though the new video may see the cast in thick coats hiding their Regency looks and out-of-character, the video is sure to leave viewers eager. Both the return of the familiar cast members and Ha's on-set debut is a perfect way to mark the next chapter of Bridgerton taking shape. Source: @bridgertonnetflix/Instagram

Bridgerton

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Bridgerton Season 3 Poster Showing Penelope Featherington Looking into a Mirror

From Shondaland and creator Chris Van Dusen, Netflix’s Bridgerton is based on the romance novels of the same name by author Julia Quinn. The series follows the eight Bridgerton siblings, Anthony, Benedict, Colin, Daphne, Eloise, Francesca, Gregory, and Hyacinth, as they search for love during the social season and navigate life in Regency-era England.

Specifications

Release Date: 2020-12-25
Genres: Romance (Genre), Drama (Genre)
Cast: Will Tilston (Person), Rege-Jean Page (Person), Ruth Gemmell (Person), Luke Thompson (Person), Isabella Cortese (Person), Martins Imhangbe (Person), Julie Andrews (Person), Phoebe Dynevor (Person), Ruby Stokes (Person), Ruby Barker (Person), Claudia Jessie (Person), Adjoa Andoh (Person), Nicola Coughlan (Person), Golda Rosheuvel (Person), Charithra Chandran (Person), Ben Miller (Person), Jonathan Bailey (Person), Florence Hunt (Person), Polly Walker (Person), Shelley Conn (Person), Joanna Bobin (Person), Luke Newton (Person), Simone Ashley (Person)
Directors: Tom Verica (Person), Tricia Brock (Person)
Creator(s): Chris Van Dusen (Person)
Writers: Julia Quinn (Person), Chris Van Dusen (Person), Jess Brownell (Person), Abby McDonald (Person), Joy C. Mitchell (Person)

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