Bridgerton enthusiasts have received spectacular news as Netflix officially greenlights two additional seasons of the beloved period drama, with production for the fifth instalment scheduled to commence sooner than anticipated.
Double Renewal Confirmed
Netflix has formally renewed Bridgerton for both its fifth and sixth seasons ahead of the fourth season's premiere, ensuring fans will enjoy more Regency-era romance for years to come. This unprecedented early renewal demonstrates the streaming giant's confidence in the Shondaland production's continuing popularity.
According to reports from Express and What's On Netflix, filming for season five will begin by March 2026, although specific start dates remain unconfirmed. This production timeline aligns with previous indications that shooting would commence during spring next year.
Accelerated Production Timeline
The early start to filming signals potentially shorter gaps between future seasons, much to the delight of viewers who faced a nearly two-year wait between seasons three and four. Season three, which featured the beloved romance between Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton), concluded in 2024.
Should production proceed according to schedule and wrap by summer 2026, fans could potentially see season five as early as 2027. The typical filming process spans approximately eight months, though post-production varies significantly - season three required fourteen months while season two needed only four.
Season Four Arrives in Two Parts
Before season five begins production, viewers have plenty to anticipate with the upcoming fourth season. Bridgerton season four will be released in two parts during January and February 2026, with part one arriving on Thursday, 29th January and part two following on 26th February.
This season shifts focus to Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) as he encounters the mysterious Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha) at a masquerade ball, promising another captivating love story that has become the series' trademark.
Eloise's Romantic Journey Ahead
Looking further forward, season five is expected to adapt Julia Quinn's novel 'To Sir Phillip, With Love', centring on Eloise Bridgerton's (Claudia Jessie) romantic development. The narrative follows Eloise as she begins corresponding with widowed father Sir Phillip Crane, with their long-distance relationship culminating in a marriage proposal that could scandalise society.
Netflix has been approached for official comment regarding these production schedules. For now, audiences can look forward to eight new episodes arriving early next year, with the assurance that more Bridgerton magic awaits in the seasons ahead.
