Bridgerton has been renewed for another two seasons, with Netflix announcing the upcoming arrival of Series 3 and 4.
Netflix announced the exciting news on Twitter on Tuesday and shared the reasonably appropriate announcement: ‘Breaking news from the ton! Bridgerton returns for seasons three * AND * four! ‘
The exciting news will undoubtedly be a consolation to fans who were left crushed after Chief Regé-Jean Page (31), who played the Duke of Hastings, revealed that he will not return to the period drama.
Breaking news out of the ton! Bridgerton has been renewed for another two seasons, with Netflix announcing the upcoming arrival of Series 3 and 4
The regent drama that gripped the country late last year has already put season two into production, with the program focusing on Lord Anthony Bridgerton’s quest for love.
Lady Whistledown herself was also on the verge of delivering the most amazing news via her infamous society documents.
She writes: ‘Distinguished members of the ton. We seem to have a rather special announcement.
‘Bridgerton will return for seasons three and four. This author will have to buy more ink …
Exciting: Netflix announced the exciting news on Twitter on Tuesday with the fairly apt announcement: ‘Breaking news from the ton! Bridgerton returns for seasons three * AND * four! ‘
“Yours, Lady Whistledown.”
Producer Shonda Rhimes said of the news: “From the first time I read Julia Quinn’s delightful Bridgerton series, I knew it was a story that would captivate viewers.
‘But the evolution of this adaptation would not have been a success without the very important contributions of the entire Shondaland team.
‘This two-season pickup is a strong confidence in our work and I feel incredibly grateful to have such partners and creative partners as Netflix. Betsy and I are delighted to have the opportunity to continue to bring the world of Bridgerton to a worldwide audience. ‘
Departure: the exciting news will undoubtedly be a consolation to fans left crushed after Chief Regé-Jean Page (31), who played the Duke of Hastings, reveals he will not return to the drama period
Gossip: Lady Whistledown herself was also on hand to deliver the most amazing news via her infamous society documents
While quoting from Netflix: ‘Bridgerton has wiped us off our feet. The creative team, led by Shonda, knew the material and delivered a beautiful, emotional, romantic drama to our members.
‘They have some exciting plans for the future, and we think the audience will keep swimming for this show. We plan to be in the Bridgerton business for a long time to come. ‘
And while fans of the show are looking forward to seeing their favorites for at least three more series on screen, they will have to do without the presence of Regé-Jean Page, who has announced that he will not be returning to a triumphant first season not. .
The most exciting news: ‘Distinguished members of the ton. We seem to have a rather special announcement. Bridgerton will return for seasons three and four. This writer will have to buy more ink … ‘
Rejoicing: Producer Shonda Rhimes said of the news: “From the first time I read Julia Quinn’s delightful Bridgerton series, I knew these were stories that would captivate a spectator.”
The middle stage: the rainy season drama that gripped the country late last year has already put season two into production, concentrating on Lord Anthony Bridgerton’s quest for love
The star said the program has a ‘one-season arc’ and the story of his character was completed in one series.
He told Variety: ‘It’s an arc of one season. It’s going to have a beginning, middle, end – give us a year.
“It’s interesting,” because then it felt like a limited series. I come in, I can make my contribution and then the Bridgerton family continues. ‘
Rege-Jean’s retirement only sparked speculation that he would replace Daniel Craig as the next James Bond, as his chances of playing the iconic spy were diminished.
Bookies dropped the chance from 5/1 to just 7/2 after the shock news, as it ‘strengthened’ his chances of getting the role.
Farewell: And while fans of the show are looking forward to seeing their favorites for at least three more series on screen, they will have to do without the presence of Regé-Jean Page, who has announced that he will not return to a triumphant first season
Elsewhere, Netflix announced earlier this month the names of four new cast members who have joined the season two hit program.
Charithra Chandran, Shelley Conn, Calam Lynch and Rupert Young have all been confirmed to star in the Netflix series.
By sharing the decisive news on Twitter, the official Bridgerton account once again used the tone of Lady Whistledown to tell fans of the roles being filled.
A tweet reads: ‘Dear readers, it looks like we have some new faces in the Ton. Try your best to welcome them generously. I know I will definitely … ‘
Newcomers: Elsewhere, Netflix announced earlier this month the names of four new cast members who have joined the season two hit program
Charithra Chandran will play Edwina Sharma, Kate Sharma’s younger sister, and Shelley Conn will play Mary Sharma, Kate’s mother.
While actor Calam Lynch will also join the cast, as Theo Sharpe and Rupert Young will play Jack.
The role of Kate – who is Anthony Bridgerton’s love interest – has already been announced, while Simone Ashley, the sex education, takes on the character.
Charithra is going to play her sweet younger sister, who first attracts the attention of Anthony Bridgeton. Edwina is after a love match, just like Daphne in series one.
The upcoming season two will revolve around Andrew Bridgerton, played by Jonathan Bailey, and his quest to find a wife.
Phoebe Dynevor, who played Daphne Bridgerton in series one, will return for the next installment of the streaming phenomenon.
Return: Phoebe Dynevor, who played Daphne Bridgerton in Series One, will return for the next installment of the streaming phenomenon