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0 As the month of May arrives, it also brings us closer to the highly anticipated premiere of the third season of Bridgerton. The popular Netflix show, known for its lavish parties, scandalous affairs, and sizzling romances, will now focus on the relationship between Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington, also known as “Polin.”
Netflix’s popular show, set in the Regency era and based on Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton book series, revolves around the love stories of the Bridgerton siblings. Season 3 will deviate from the order of Quinn’s novels and instead focus on the fourth book, which tells the story of Benedict, Colin’s brother. However, this does not mean that Benedict’s story will not be explored in future seasons. While the previous season delved into the enemies-to-lovers romance between Anthony and Kate, this season may potentially explore the transition of Polin’s relationship from close friends to something more.
The upcoming season of Bridgerton, which is set to release in two parts in May and June, is confirmed to be a two-parter. However, there are already plans for a fourth season, and here are the details you need to know about the highly anticipated next installment of the show.
What is the release date for the new season?
Get ready to take out a pen or a more modern writing tool as you will need to note down two important dates for the upcoming third season of Bridgerton.
The initial date of release for the first four episodes is May 16, while the remaining four episodes will be available on June 13. The new episodes can be streamed at 3 a.m.
The following are all the episodes included in the two-part season:
The first episode, titled “Out of the Shadows“, is now available.
The second episode – The Brilliance of the Moon
Chapter 3 – The Power of Nature
Chapter 4 – Reunited Companions
Chapter 5 – Time is Ticking
In the sixth episode, titled “Romancing Mister Bridgerton,” we see the focus shift to the romance between the main character and Mister Bridgerton.
Episode 7 – Uniting Together
The 8th Episode – Towards the Light
What should I anticipate for this season?
Set in London during the early 1800s, Bridgerton (or rather, a fictionalized version of it) centers around the romances of Daphne Bridgerton (played by Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset, also known as the Duke of Hastings (played by Rege-Jean Page), as well as Anthony Bridgerton (played by Jonathan Bailey) and Kate Sharma (played by Simone Ashley). However, the focus now shifts to the third Bridgerton son, Colin (played by Luke Newton), and the third Featherington daughter, Penelope (played by Nicola Coughlan), as they take center stage as the main characters. According to Netflix, audiences will discover how (or if) they progress from friends to lovers.
Polin’s journey has been marked not only by friendship, but also by concealed emotions. According to showrunner Jess Brownell, in an interview with Entertainment Weekly, this setup was the perfect opportunity to showcase Polin’s season. Brownell explained that after two seasons of getting to know Penn and Colin, and witnessing Penn’s unrequited love while Colin remains unaware, it was time for a change in their dynamic. This progression could not be sustained indefinitely.
According to Brownell, Season 3 will not be an easy journey for Colin, especially after the events of the Season 2 finale. The upcoming season will focus on the aftermath of Colin’s statement about never wanting to court Pen, which was overheard by Pen herself. Brownell stated that they will make sure Colin has to put in effort to recover from this situation.
In season 3, Colin will no longer have the advantage he once had. According to Newton in an interview with Bustle, he and Nicola have discussed how Colin always had the upper hand in their relationship due to her feelings towards him. It was enjoyable to portray the complete reversal of this dynamic, as she gains both power and confidence. This completely flipped everything on its head.
Can you provide a complete synopsis?
In case you are eagerly seeking information, similar to the contents of a sensational tabloid, Netflix has released a detailed description of what to expect in Bridgerton season 3. The summary contains spoilers pertaining to a particular character, Lady Whistledown. (If this reference is unfamiliar, it may be wise to stop reading and catch up on the show.)
According to Netflix, in season 3, Penelope Featherington has let go of her long-standing infatuation with Colin Bridgerton after discovering his critical comments about her in the previous season. However, she has resolved to find a suitable husband who will grant her the freedom to maintain her secret identity as Lady Whistledown, far from the influence of her overbearing mother and sisters. Despite her efforts, Penelope’s confidence is lacking and her endeavors in the marriage market result in disastrous outcomes.
As per Netflix, Colin has recently returned from his summer travels with a fresh appearance and a strong sense of self-assurance. However, he is disappointed to discover that Penelope, the only person who truly appreciated him for who he was, is now avoiding him. To regain her friendship, Colin offers to guide Penelope in building her confidence and finding a suitable husband for this season. But as his teachings start to have a significant impact, Colin must confront his true feelings for Penelope. This situation becomes even more complicated for Penelope due to her strained relationship with Eloise (played by Claudia Jessie), who has surprisingly found a new companion. Moreover, Penelope’s increasing presence in the high society makes it challenging for her to keep her identity as Lady Whistledown a secret.
Cast Members
Along with Newton, Coughlan, Jessie, Ashley, and Bailey, the third season of the show will also see the return of Luke Thompson as Benedict, Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte, Adjoa Andoh as Lady Danbury, Ruth Gemmell as Violet Bridgerton, Lorraine Ashbourne as Mrs. Varley, Harriet Cains as Philipa Featherington, Bessie Carter as Prudence Featherington, Jessica Madsen as Cressida Cowper, Florence Hunt as Hyacinth Bridgerton, Martins Imhangbe as Will Mondrich, Will Tilston as Gregory Bridgerton, Polly Walker as Portia Featherington, and the iconic voice of Lady Whistledown, played by Julie Andrews.
Hannah Dodd will now be playing the role of Francesca Bridgerton in addition to the new cast members, including Daniel Francis as Marcus Anderson, James Phoon as Harry Dankworth, and Sam Phillips as Lord Debling, who is a potential suitor for Pen. Page, who appeared in the first season alongside Dynevor, confirmed through his Instagram account that he will not be returning for the second season. There is a possibility that Dynevor may also not be part of the second season, as she mentioned in an interview with Screenrant that she is simply looking forward to watching it as a viewer.
Is there a possibility of a fourth season for Bridgerton? Who will be the next Bridgerton sibling?
In 2021, Netflix announced the renewal of Bridgerton for two more seasons, 3 and 4. However, it is still uncertain which Bridgerton sibling will be the focus of season 4. While the show has deviated from the original order of the books, executive producer Shonda Rimes revealed to Entertainment Tonight that the goal is to explore the romantic stories of each sibling, potentially spanning over eight seasons. If the show had followed the sequence of Quinn’s books, Benedict would have been the focus of season 4.
Is there a preview?
Yes, in the official trailer, Eloise is seen clinging to Cressida instead of her usual best friend, Pen. This is likely due to the intense argument between Pen and Eloise in the previous season, but it is still difficult to witness the pained expression on Pen’s face.
With a sturdy appearance, Colin is determined to assist Pen in her search for a suitable husband and break free from the Featherington home. However, the aftermath of the finale has yet to fully unfold for them. Will their friendships be restored? Can Penelope find a suitable match? The lingering gaze in the trailer raises some suspicions for me.
Is there anything else I can watch at the moment?
In the upcoming season, the relationship between Kate and Anthony, who went from enemies to lovers in the previous season, will not be forgotten. A new actress, Dodd, will be joining the cast and in the preview clip, it appears that Kate and Anthony are still going strong.
In a different glimpse of season 3, the chemistry between Pen and Colin is evident as Pen seems to be rehearsing for the actual event with her beloved Bridgerton son. There’s another intense snippet where Pen confronts Colin about his hurtful comments from the previous season. If you prefer to see the confrontation unfold on the show, the clip may contain spoilers.
