Fans of the popular Netflix series Bridgerton are eagerly awaiting the upcoming season 4, following the release of season 3 parts 1 and 2. However, a recent update has revealed some disappointing news regarding the filming schedule for season 4. Originally set to begin filming this summer, the production start date has been pushed back to mid-September and will run through April 2025, delaying the release of the new season.
Showrunner Jess Brownell has explained that the production process for each season of Bridgerton is time-consuming, with filming taking eight months, followed by editing and dubbing into multiple languages. This means that the show has been on a two-year pace between seasons, despite efforts to speed up the process. The long post-production time for season 3, which wrapped filming in March 2023 and was released in May 2024, has contributed to the delays for season 4.
With eight mainline books in the Bridgerton series to adapt, Netflix has the potential to continue producing new seasons well into the mid-to-late 2030s, assuming the current production schedule remains the same. Despite the extended gap between seasons, Netflix seems committed to keeping Bridgerton around as a long-running hit, especially with other popular shows like Stranger Things coming to an end. The series has also expanded with side-stories like the prequel Queen Charlotte, ensuring there is plenty of material to keep fans engaged.
As fans await the release of Bridgerton season 4, it is clear that the show’s popularity is likely to continue to grow. With competition from other hit shows on Netflix, such as Squid Game and Wednesday, Bridgerton has the potential to become the streaming platform’s top ongoing series. However, the delay in filming for season 4 means that viewers will have to wait longer than anticipated for new episodes, making the gap between seasons feel even longer.
Despite the setback in filming for season 4, fans can still look forward to the continuation of the Bridgerton series and the adaptation of more books from the popular series. The show’s success has solidified its place as a fan favorite on Netflix, and with plans for future seasons already in motion, it seems likely that Bridgerton will remain a staple in the streaming giant’s lineup for years to come. As production on season 4 gets underway, fans can rest assured that more scandal, romance, and drama await them in the Regency-era world of Bridgerton.
