One of Netflix’s top period dramas returned with a new season and debuted with a strong Rotten Tomatoes score. The show’s latest installment dropped its first set of episodes, drawing notable attention from both critics and audiences.

From Benedict’s Cinderella-inspired romance to new cast members, here is what to know before part one of season 4 lands on Netflix.

Unlike Cinderella, Bridgerton removes magic entirely from Sophie’s story which obviously makes sense, considering it's a practical show. There is no fairy godmother, no supernatural intervention, and no safety net when things go wrong, which means that every choice Sophie makes carries real consequences.

Season 4 of Netflix's hit series Bridgerton is Luke Thompson's time to shine — but some viewers might find themselves distracted by the footman John playing a larger role on the show. Higginson has been a presence in Bridgerton House since the show premiered in 2020.

Benedict Bridgerton isn't the only leading man who has been called a rake

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 just got better with the ending scene. That cliffhanger really is keeping us hanging for now as we wait for Sophie’s response to Benedict’s ungentlemanly offer.

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1, premiering Thursday on Netflix, centers on a new character and her romance while catching up with the series regulars. Benedict Bridgerton comes to the fore, with the new addition Sophie Baek adding a new element to the series.

After nearly two years, Netflix's beloved 19th-century-set series "Bridgerton" has returned, and this time, the focus is on the love life of the esteemed family's bisexual second son, Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson).