Spoiler alert: The following article contains mild spoilers from theBridgertonbooks.
Summary
Bridgerton’s future is unclear (at least regarding whose stories will be told next), andthe next three seasons will undoubtedly revolve around Benedict, Eloise, and Francesca,but the order in which their romances will be explored is a mystery. The Netflix historical romance TV show, created by Chris Van Dusen, is based onJulia Quinn’sBridgertonbook series. Just like each novel,every season ofBridgertonfollows one of the Bridgerton siblings' love stories, and so far, Daphne’s, Anthony’s, and Colin’s tales have been featured in the first, second, and third seasons, respectively.
Bridgertonshowrunner Jess Brownell predicts that season 4 will premiere approximately two years following season 3’s ending. However, neither Brownell nor Netflix have revealed which Bridgerton sibling the upcoming episodes will center around.
There has been a lot of talk concerning whichBridgertoncharacter will step into the spotlight in season 4.Some believe it will be Benedict because the series skipped over his story (according to the book order)to tell Colin and Penelope’s. Others think the writers will continue delaying Benedict’s romance and jump to Eloise’s with a character last seen in season 2. Meanwhile, a few predictFrancesca’s story is next in line after her marriage to John Stirlingin season 3. Whatever the case, all these tales will likely come to life on the screen one day, given the show’s success.
Why Bridgerton Season 4 Should Be Benedict’s Season
Benedict’s Love Story Is Told In The Third Bridgerton Book
Although Eloise or Francesca may still be at the centerofBridgertonseason 4, it’s more likely that Benedict will finally find the love of his life in the upcoming episodes, which is the way it should be.Benedict’s story is told in Julia Quinn’s thirdBridgertonbook —An Offer from a Gentleman.As mentioned above, the writers of the Netflix series decided to ignore the book order by adapting Colin’s novel before Benedict’s. They aren’t afraid tomake changes to theBridgertonbooksto better fit their story, and it evidently wasn’t time for Benedict’s romance, but it is now.
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As thesecond-oldestBridgertonsibling, Benedict has waited long enough to get married and settle down. Of course,Benedict needed to do some soul-searching and growing before he was ready to meet Sophie Beckett, and he has done a lot of that in the past three seasons. After his storyline in season 3 andBenedict’s discovery and acceptance of his bisexuality, it feels like season 4 is the right time for him to take center stage.
Benedict has always been a free spirit, which is why it has taken so long for his love story to come to fruition. He wasn’t ready to find a lifelong partner, and while Benedict told Lady Tilley Arnold in season 3 that he wanted to be free a little while longer, it was implied that Benedict would be well-equipped to settle down soon. Plus, given the tease of a masquerade ball towardsthe end ofBridgertonseason 3(which is where Benedict meets Sophie in the book),the odds of season 4 revolving around Benedict are (thankfully) favorable.
Why Bridgerton Season 5 Should Be Eloise’s Season
Eloise’s Romance Takes Place In The Fifth Bridgerton Book
PerhapsEloise’s book story will come to life inBridgertonseason 4. But similar to her favorite brother,Eloise must undergo character development before she is ready to settle down.Of course, Eloise has grown a lot since season 1, but she hasn’t gotten to a place where she’s at least a tiny bit open to marriage and love, making her unequipped to lead season 4. As a result, it would make the most sense for Eloise’s romance (which takes place in Julia Quinn’s fifthBridgertonnovel —To Sir Phillip, With Love) to come inBridgertonseason 5.
Eloise decided to move to Scotland to stay with Francesca, John, and Michaela at the Stirling family’s estate duringBridgertonseason 3’s conclusion. She wants to travel and see what else the world has to offer outside of London, while also figuring out a way to make a difference in it.Eloise simply has to find herself before she can commit to anyone inBridgertonon Netflix.
Some predict thatBridgertonwill completely change Eloise’s book story and give her a new love interest in the Netflix TV show.
After her falling out with Theo Sharpe atthe end ofBridgertonseason 2and her feud (and eventual reconciliation) with Penelope in season 3, Eloise still has a lot of soul-searching to do. Hopefully, she will continue to grow in season 4, andthe upcoming episodes will plant the seeds (like starting to write letters to Phillip Crane) for Eloise’s romance to bloom inBridgertonseason 5.
I Really Like How Bridgerton Has Set Up Season 7 (Yes, Seven!)
Following the release of Bridgerton season 3, it has become clear how the writers are already laying the groundwork for future seasons.
Why Bridgerton Season 6 Should Be Francesca’s Season
Francesca’s Story Occurs During The Sixth Bridgerton Book
Francesca’s love story culminates in Julia Quinn’s sixthBridgertonbook—When He Was Wicked— and it seems like the show will (and should) follow suit by adapting the novel in season 6. Of course, based on the book, it would make sense for Francesca’s opportunity to step into the spotlight to come after Benedict’s and Eloise’s. However, it also makes sense solely in the context of the Netflix historical romance TV series.
When He Was Wickedpicks up two years after Francesca and John’s wedding, and without giving too many spoilers away, that is when Francesca’s true love story begins.
Francesca met and married John duringBridgertonseason 3, which somewhat falls in line with the narrative in the books. The sixth-oldestBridgertonsiblingmarries John in between the third (An Offer from a Gentleman) and fourth (Romancing Mister Bridgerton) novels.When He Was Wickedpicks up two years after Francesca and John’s wedding, and without giving too many spoilers away, that is when Francesca’s true love story begins. So,Francesca and John have to be married for a couple of yearsbefore herBridgertonseason can come along, meaning that season 6 will likely revolve around Hannah Dodd’s character.
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Bridgerton, released on July 08, 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.
