“It’s a wild, wild ride and I think we’re back with an even bigger escape to 19th century Regency London this time around," showrunner and creator Chris Van Dusen said at a press conference ahead of the premiere. As with the first season, there are balls, romance, and, of course, steamy scenes. “I think we managed to take everything people fell in love with about this first season [and] put it into Season 2,” Van Dusen shared. With Daphne Bridgerton’s love story was told in the first season, it’s time for another member of the Bridgerton family to step into the spotlight in Season 2. “This author has been reliably informed that Lord Anthony Bridgerton intends to dominate the social season," Lady Whistledown previously shared. “I will have my pen ready to report on any and all of his romantic activities.” While you can count on Lady Whistledown to report on the latest gossip from the ton, we, on the other hand, have you covered on everything you need to know about Season 2 of Bridgerton, including the official trailer, cast additions, release date and more!
When does Bridgerton Season 2 premiere?
Dearest readers, the entire second season arrives Friday, March 25 exclusively on Netflix.
How to watch Bridgerton
Grab a cup of tea and stream both Seasons 1 and 2 on Netflix starting Friday, March 25.
Is there a Bridgerton Season 2 trailer?
Sixteen days before the premiere of Season 2, Netflix debuted the official trailer… and dear readers, it was well worth the wait. The Bridgertons are back, and this time around it is the viscount (a.k.a. Lord Anthony Bridgerton) who is looking to wed. “It is only out of the greatest love of my family that I am to choose a wife with head and not my heart,” Anthony says in the trailer. However, if he wants to court newcomer Edwina Sharma, he will have to “tame” her older sister Kate Sharma, with whom his chemistry is undeniable. “What happens when duty is in conflict with the heart’s true desire,” Lady Whistledown (voiced by JulieAndrews) teases. “By then there is the potential for a considerable scandal indeed.” Ahead of that trailer, Netflix gifted fans a teaser on Valentine’s Day 2022. “Dearest gentle reader, did you miss me?” Lady Whistledown said in that sneak peek. “As the members of our ton questioned my identity and means, this author has been doing but one thing…honing my skills. No, even better, I’ve been sharpening my knives. For all of you.” https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs9r1UbmFAI Back in September 2021, Netflix shared a first look at Season 2 during its “TUDUM: A Netflix Global Fan Event” and also released photos featuring Daphne (a.k.a the Duchess of Hastings), Anthony Bridgerton, and new character Kate Sharma—check them out in the gallery above!
When did production on Bridgerton Season 2 start?
The streamer previously confirmed that filming would begin in the spring of 2021. That year in June, showrunner Chris Van Dusen tweeted a picture of a Season 2 script with the hashtags “#Season2” and “ItsComing.” After filming was halted twice due to COVID-19, Variety reported in August 2021 that production was once again underway. “We are back underway. We had to delay because of COVID, but we’re back in it,” Van Dusen told the outlet. “Right now I’m in post, editing our first couple episodes, which are looking great.” Van Dusen celebrated production wrapping in November 2021 with a photo of himself hugging stars Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley. He tweeted, “That’s a wrap on Season Two! So proud of this cast and crew who brought their A-games to work each and every day in this very challenging year. And these two in this photo with me right here. Words are not enough. Coming in [fire emojis] in 2022. #Bridgerton #SeasonTwo #BuckleUp.”
Is Bridgerton based on books?
The period drama, created by VanDusen, was inspired by JuliaQuinn’s bestselling novels.
Who is in the Bridgerton Season 2 cast?
Phoebe Dynevor (Daphne Bridgerton/the Duchess of Hastings), Jonathan Bailey (Anthony Bridgerton), Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington), Claudia Jessie (Eloise Bridgerton), Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury), Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte), Luke Thompson (Benedict Bridgerton), Luke Newton (Colin Bridgerton), Will Tilston (Gregory Bridgerton), Florence Hunt (Hyacinth Bridgerton), Ruth Gemmell (Lady Violet Bridgerton), Bessie Carter (Prudence Featherington), Harriet Cains (Philipa Featherington), Polly Walker (Lady Portia Featherington), Ben Miller (Lord Featherington), Sabrina Bartlett (Siena Rosso), Martins Imhangbe (Will Mondrich), Lorraine Ashbourne (Mrs. Varley) and Julie Andrews, who voices Lady Whistledown, returned for the second season. Simone Ashley joined the cast, playing Anthony Bridgerton’s love interest, Kate Sharma. New faces to the show also include Charithra Chandran (Edwina Sharma), Rupert Young (Jack), Shelley Conn (Mary Sharma), Calam Lynch (Theo Sharpe), and Rupert Evans, who is playing Edmund Bridgerton, the father of the Bridgerton kids.
What will happen in Bridgerton Season 2?
Lady Whistledown previously revealed that Lord Anthony Bridgerton “intends to dominate the social season” in Season 2. The second book in the Bridgerton book series, titled The Viscount Who Loved Me, shifts the focus from Daphne and Simon to the Duchess’ older brother Anthony Bridgerton, who became the Viscount after his father’s untimely death. According to the official synopsis, Season 2 follows the eldest Bridgerton sibling, Lord Anthony Bridgerton, “as he sets out to find a suitable wife. Driven by his duty to uphold the family name, Anthony’s search for a debutante who meets his impossible standards seems ill-fated until Kate (Simone Ashley) and her younger sister Edwina (Charithra Chandran) Sharma arrive from India. When Anthony begins to court Edwina, Kate discovers the true nature of his intentions — a true love match is not high on his priority list — and decides to do everything in her power to stop the union. But in doing so, Kate and Anthony’s verbal sparring matches only bring them closer together, complicating matters on both sides. Across Grosvenor Square, the Featheringtons must welcome the newest heir to their estate while Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) continues to navigate the ton whilst keeping her deepest secret from the people closest to her.” Bailey previously teased that the “brilliant” forthcoming season will introduce new faces and feature “loads” of Easter eggs for all of the characters. “I feel like the campy, plush spectacle of the Bridgerton world is only going to get more pronounced in the best way possible. It’s mad, and it’s brilliant. There are also going to be a lot of brilliant characters introduced in this series – and it’s not just Anthony that we’re going to delve into,” he told British Vogue. “The robust universe that’s been set up by Shonda and Chris will just expand, and keep pushing boundaries in a way that’s quietly subversive. There’s just going to be more of what everyone loves, I think. There’s loads of little Easter Eggs for all of the characters. I’ll say this: watch out for the bees.”
Did the Duke and Duchess of Hastings return for Bridgerton Season 2?
Simon (played by Regé-Jean Page) and Daphne’s love story was the focus of Season 1, which saw the Duke and Duchess of Hastings overcome hurdles in their marriage and welcome a son. However Page, whose exit from the show was announced in April 2021, did not return for Season 2, but Dynevor did reprise her role as Daphne. Lady Whistledown previously said, “Daphne will remain a devoted wife and sister, helping her brother navigate the upcoming social season and what it has to offer – more intrigue and romance than my readers may be able to bear.”
Who is Lady Whistledown?
Spoiler alert! It was revealed in the Bridgerton Season 1 finale that the gossip writer is none other than Penelope Featherington.
How many more seasons of Bridgerton might there be?
Just a few months after Netflix green-lighted Bridgetrton for Season 2, the streamer also announced the renewal of Bridgerton for Seasons 3 and 4. Showrunner Van Dusen revealed to Collider that he “would love” to have eight seasons. He said, “I feel like the first season was primarily about Daphne and her love story with Simon. But, this being a family of eight children and there being eight books, I would love to be able to focus and really tell stories and love stories for all the Bridgerton siblings. For each character, for sure.” Next, find out how Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish ended up in Bridgerton!
