Bridgerton Season 4 Premieres on Netflix, Shifts Focus to Benedict’s Love Story
LOS GATOS, January 30, 2026 – Netflix has launched the first part of the highly anticipated fourth season of its Regency-era hit, “Bridgerton.” The new installment, which premiered on January 29, turns the spotlight on Benedict Bridgerton’s quest for love in a Cinderella-inspired narrative.
New Season, New Leading Man
Following the romance of Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) in Season 3, Season 4 centers on the family’s second-oldest sibling, Benedict, played by Luke Thompson. The season introduces a new love interest, Sophie Baek, portrayed by Yerin Ha. While fan-favorite couples from previous seasons return, the core story follows Benedict’s journey to find his match.
Release Schedule and Cast
The fourth season is being released in two parts, a strategy previously employed for Season 3. Part 1, consisting of four episodes, became available on Netflix on January 29, 2026. The remaining four episodes of Part 2 are scheduled for release on February 26, 2026.
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Luke Thompson | Benedict Bridgerton (Season Lead) |
| Yerin Ha | Sophie Baek |
| Nicola Coughlan | Penelope Bridgerton (née Featherington) |
| Luke Newton | Colin Bridgerton |
| Claudia Jessie | Eloise Bridgerton |
| Florence Hunt | Hyacinth Bridgerton |
| Hannah New | Cressida Cowper (Season 3+) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 come out?
Part 1 of Bridgerton Season 4 premiered on Netflix on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 12:00 AM PT / 3:00 AM ET.
When is Part 2 of Season 4 released?
The second part of the season, containing episodes 5 through 8, will be released on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Who is the main couple in Season 4?
Season 4 focuses on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) and his love story with Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), deviating from the original book series order to adapt his “Cinderella”-inspired tale.