Happy holidays, dearest readers. But also, happyBridgertonanniversary! On Christmas Day, three years ago, Netflix premiered their swoony Regency romance drama to record-breaking success, topping the streaming charts, and even resulting in a limited series spin-offQueen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Storyearlier this year. Because ‘tis the season, and in honor of the anniversary, Netflix has a special gift forBridgertonfans:a stunning new poster and a set of images forthe upcoming third seasonthat put the Bridgerton family front and center.
Last spring, it was announced that Season 3 would finallyfocus on the love story between Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan)that’s been quietly simmering in the background — in the form of Penelope’s unrequited crush — since Season 1. With that in mind, the new images feature the two of them heavily, with the pair appearing side by side at a ball, Colin sporting a mysterious hand injury. The new poster for the season is also all about Penelope, slyly peeking through a mirror, prompting fans ofRomancing Mr. Bridgerton,theJulia Quinnnovel on which this season is based, towonder if this means we’re actually going to get to see the mirror scene teased in the book.
The new images also feature a look at Season 2fan-favorite couple Kate (Simone Ashley) and Anthony (Jonathan Bailey), now happily married and no longer trying to pretend they have anything other than scorching hot chemistry. We also get a first peek atHannah Dodd, who is taking over the role of Francesca BridgertonfromRuby Stokes, along with her onscreen siblings Hyacinth (Florence Hunt), Eloise (Claudia Jesse), Gregory (Will Tilston), and Benedict (Luke Thompson), and family matriarch Violet (Ruth Gemmell). Though not seen in the new images, Season 3 will also see the return of the formidable Lady Danbury (Adjoa Andoh) and Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel).
What Is ‘Bridgerton’ Season 3 About?
Known for departures from the books on which they’re based, nevertheless, each season ofBridgertonhas followed one of the titular siblings falling in love. This time around will feel extra special for fans, who have not only spenttwo seasons with Colin, but with Penelope as well, and been rooting for the two of them to figure it out and finally take that step.The official synopsis according to Netflix reads:
“From Shondaland and new showrunner, Jess Brownell, Bridgerton is back for its third season and finds Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) has finally given up on her long-held crush on Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) after hearing his disparaging words about her last season. She has, however, decided it’s time to take a husband, preferably one who will provide her with enough independence to continue her double life as Lady Whistledown, far away from her mother and sisters. But lacking in confidence, Penelope’s attempts on the marriage mart fail spectacularly.
Meanwhile, Colin has returned from his summer travels with a new look and a serious sense of swagger. But he’s disheartened to realize that Penelope, the one person who always appreciated him as he was, is giving him the cold shoulder. Eager to win back her friendship, Colin offers to mentor Penelope in the ways of confidence to help her find a husband this season. But when his lessons start working a little too well, Colin must grapple with whether his feelings for Penelope are truly just friendly. Complicating matters for Penelope is her rift with Eloise (Claudia Jessie), who has found a new friend in a very unlikely place, while Penelope’s growing presence in the ton makes it all the more difficult to keep her Lady Whistledown alter ego a secret.”
BridgertonSeason 3 premieres on Netflix this spring in 2 parts.Part 1 premieres on May 16, while Part 2 will premiere on June 13.The first two seasons are streaming now on Netflix. Check out the new images above.
Bridgerton
Set in the glamorous world of Regency London, the Bridgerton family maneuvers through the opulent and treacherous landscape of high society. Daphne Bridgerton, the family’s eldest daughter, enters the marriage market, sparking a whirlwind romance with the enigmatic Duke of Hastings.
