when is the new season of bridgerton

The new season of Bridgerton (Season 4) is rolling out in two parts on Netflix: Part 1 on January 29, 2026 and Part 2 on February 26, 2026.
Quick Scoop
- Part 1 release date: January 29, 2026.
- Part 2 release date: February 26, 2026.
- Streaming home: Netflix, worldwide.
- Season length: 8 episodes total, split 4 and 4 across the two drops.
- Focus this season: Benedict Bridgerton’s romance with Sophie, in a Cinderella-style masquerade-ball love story.
Why it’s trending right now
Fans have been buzzing because Season 4 continues the show’s pattern of split releases, which means two mini “events” about a month apart instead of a single binge drop. Forum posts and entertainment news sites are full of speculation about how closely Benedict and Sophie’s arc will follow the books and how the class-divide angle will play out on screen.
“So we’re getting another split season… which means twice the cliffhangers and twice the wait between drops.” — sentiment seen often in fan discussions.
What you can expect story-wise
- A central masquerade ball meet-cute between Benedict and Sophie that kicks off the season’s main romance.
- Strong Cinderella vibes: Sophie is a lady’s maid navigating a sharp class divide as she falls for a Bridgerton.
- Eight episodes of Regency drama, gossip and ton politics structured to build a big mid-season pause between Part 1 and Part 2.
Quick HTML table of key dates
| Part | Release date | Episodes | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 4 – Part 1 | January 29, 2026 | [5][8][9][10][1][3]First 4 episodes | [8][1][2][3][5]Netflix | [9][3][5]
| Season 4 – Part 2 | February 26, 2026 | [10][1][3][5][8][9]Final 4 episodes | [1][2][3][5][8]Netflix | [3][5][9]