Bridgerton Season 4 First Look: Penelope and Eloise Reunite, New Romances Unfold

Netflix’s Bridgerton is returning for Season 4, and early glimpses of the upcoming season suggest a mix of rekindled friendships, new romances, and high-society drama. The first-look photos reveal a promising reconciliation between Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Eloise Bridgerton (Claudia Jessie), whose friendship suffered major turmoil in Season 3.

A Friendship Restored?

Last season, the once inseparable Eloise and Penelope found themselves at odds over Penelope’s secret identity as Lady Whistledown and her engagement to Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton). Their fallout was one of the most heartbreaking moments of the series, with Eloise threatening to expose her friend’s double life. However, by the end of Season 3, Eloise’s departure to Scotland hinted at some much-needed space for both characters to heal.

Now, new images show them laughing together once more, suggesting their bond is stronger than ever. Showrunner Jess Brownell confirmed that the two will be on better terms in Season 4, saying, “Their trials and tribulations last season have added new depth to their friendship.”

A Masquerade Ball Sets the Stage for New Romances

Season 4 will also introduce new characters into the Bridgerton social scene. The Li sisters—Rosamund (Michelle Mao) and Posy (Isabella Wei)—will make their debut under the watchful eye of their ambitious mother, Araminta (Katie Leung). While Rosamund follows her mother’s expectations, Posy is far more carefree, setting up an interesting contrast.

Adding to the intrigue is their stepsister, Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), whose fate intertwines with Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) at a grand masquerade ball hosted by Lady Bridgerton. Their first meeting is described as a “Cinderella moment,” suggesting that their romance will be one of the major storylines in Season 4.

What’s Next for Bridgerton?

While Netflix has yet to announce an official release date, production is well underway, and fans can expect all the signature elements that make Bridgerton a global hit—scandal, romance, and stunning Regency-era fashion. With Penelope and Eloise’s friendship on the mend, a fresh wave of debutantes, and a masked ball full of mystery, Season 4 is shaping up to be another captivating chapter in the Bridgerton saga.