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It is finally time for Benedict to get his love story, and with Bridgerton season 4 comes several new characters. The second-eldest Bridgerton son has never fancied himself the marrying kind, but in the Netflix romance series' fourth installment, he may just change his tune after a romantic encounter with the beguiling Lady in Silver at his mother Violet's masquerade ball.
Little does he know, his mystery woman is actually a maid named Sophie Baek. Like Benedict, Sophie never expected to find romance at the ball — she was just hoping for a temporary escape from the drudgery of working as a maid the steely Lady Araminta, and tending to the frivolous needs of Araminta's high-born daughters.
Along with these new additions, most of Bridgerton's beloved ensemble returns for season 4, from Benedict's confidant and fellow black sheep sibling, Eloise, to last season's central couple, Colin and Penelope Bridgerton. As usual with Bridgerton, the main storyline isn't the only romance of the season, so expect many hearts to flutter.
Luke Thompson As Benedict Bridgerton
Born: July 4, 1988
Actor: Born in Southampton and raised in France, Luke Thompson began his acting career on the stage in his native England. A trained Shakespeare actor, Thompson made his professional debut as Lysander in a Globe Theatre production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Thompson eventually made the transition to the screen, notably playing Simon in the BBC drama, In the Club, from 2014-2016 before making his feature film debut in the cast of Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk as a warrant officer. His breakout performance as Benedict in Bridgerton remains Thompson's most famous role.
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Role |
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In the Club (2014-2016) |
Simon |
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Dunkirk (2017) |
Warrant Officer |
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Transatlantic (2023) |
Hiram "Harry" Bingham |
Character: The free-spirited second son of the Bridgerton clan, Benedict values running wild and pursuing a bon vivant lifestyle over settling down. However, when he falls for the Lady in Silver, Benedict makes it his mission to find her, much to his mother's delight. Meanwhile, Benedict also cannot ignore his growing feelings for the beguiling maid, Sophie.
Yerin Ha As Sophie Baek
Born: January 4, 1988
Actor: Yerin Ha was born in Sydney, Australia, to South Korean parents. She made her TV debut in the French-American crime drama series Reef Break, playing Techie Jane, before starring in Paramount+'s video game adaptation series Halo as Kwan Ha.
Ha's other notable television roles include Alice in Bad Behaviour and Young Kasha in Dune: Prophecy. On the film side, Ha is known for playing Tracey in the 2022 Australian horror film, Sissy.
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Movie/TV Show |
Role |
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Sissy (2022) |
Tracey |
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Halo (2022-2024) |
Kwan Ha |
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Dune: Prophecy (2024) |
Young Kasha |
Character: Sophie Baek is the main love interest of Bridgerton season 4. Despite her lowly status as a maid, Sophie is resourceful and intelligent, and her independent demeanor immediately captivates Benedict. However, despite their mutual attraction, Sophie's groundedness keeps her heart guarded.
Katie Leung As Araminta Gun
Born: August 8, 1987
Actor: Born in Dundee, Scotland, Katie Leung will be immediately recognizable to Harry Potter fans as Cho Chang, the Boy Wizard's first love interest. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) marked Leung's feature film debut, a role she reprised throughout the Harry Potter movie franchise.
On television, Leung made her debut in an episode of Agatha Christie's Poirot as Hsui Tai. She's appeared on several series in a recurring capacity, most notably The Wheel of Time, in the role of Yasicca. Leung is also an accomplished voice actress, voicing Caitlyn Kiramman in 14 episodes of the animated series, Arcane.
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Role |
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) |
Cho Chang |
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Arcane (2021-2024) |
Caitlyn Kiramman |
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The Wheel of Time (2023) |
Yasicca |
Character: In Bridgerton season 4, Lady Araminta Gun is a formidable, twice-widowed Lady of the house who is looking to claw her way up in society by marrying off at least one of her daughters during the ton's social season. Running her household with an iron fist, Araminta is particularly harsh on Sophie.
Michelle Mao As Rosamund Li
Born: December 22, 1998
Actor: Despite being a relative unknown, the United States-born Michelle Mao (pictured right) has over 40 credits to her name on IMDb. Mao's first onscreen credit is in the 2017 short film Irrevocable as Maggie, and most of Mao's early filmography consists of roles in short films and bit parts. In 2025, she played Smitty in the cast of A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, the Margot Robbie-Colin Farrell romantic fantasy drama.
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Role |
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Goosebumps (2023) |
Young Victoria |
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FBI: Most Wanted (2024) |
Evelyn May |
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A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (2025) |
Smitty |
Character: Rosamund Li is Lady Araminta's favored eldest daughter, who is eager to find a husband this social season — ideally, Benedict Bridgerton. Like her mother, Rosamund is cold and calculated, treating the season like a chess match.
Isabella Wei As Posy Li
Born: May 1, 2004
Actor: Born in Hong Kong, Isabella Wei's filmography may not be as prolific as her fellow Bridgerton cast members, but it's certainly impressive. She made her onscreen debut in the Netflix thriller series 1899 as Ling Yi and also appeared in the streaming platform's Keira Knightley-led spy series Black Doves as Kai-Ming. In film, Wei played Zadie in the controversial 2024 remake of The Crow.
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Role |
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1899 (2022) |
Ling Yi |
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The Crow (2024) |
Zadie |
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Black Doves (2024) |
Kai-Ming |
Character: Posy Li is Lady Araminta's youngest daughter who, alongside her sister, is making her debut into society. Though Posy is often treated as an afterthought in her own house, this does little to quell her sunny demeanor, and she is much more kindhearted than Rosamund.
Every Returning Character In Bridgerton Season 4
- Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton - Bailey plays the happily married Viscount Anthony Bridgerton. Since leading Bridgeton season 2, Bailey's career has exploded, and the actor has starred in several recent blockbusters, including both Wicked movies and Jurassic World Rebirth.
- Simone Ashley as Kate Bridgerton - The self-assured wife of Anthony, Viscountess Kate Bridgerton (née Sharma) will return in season 4. Ashley is also known for her appearance in Netflix's Sex Education.
- Victor Alli as John Stirling - Introduced in season 3, Alli plays Lord John Stirling, Francesca's introverted husband. Alli's other credits include Gangs of London and 2022's Death on the Nile.
- Adjoa Andoh as Lady Danbury - Lady Danbury will continue to lend her formidable presence as the queen's most trusted confidant in season 4. Besides Bridgerton, Andoh's most notable credits are productions on her side of the pond, including Doctor Who, Casualty, and EastEnders.
- Julie Andrews as Lady Whistledown - Andrews returns to Bridgerton to titillate dear gentle viewers as the voice of Lady Whistledown. An iconic acting veteran, Julie Andrews is famous for starring in Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music.
- Lorraine Ashbourne as Mrs. Varley - Ashbourne plays Mrs. Varley, Lady Featherington's long-suffering housekeeper. The actress notably played Barbara Castle in The Crown and loaned her voice to The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.
- Masali Baduza as Michaela Stirling - John's cousin, Michaela Stirling, returns in Bridgerton season 4. Baduza's other film and TV credits include Noughts + Crosses and The Woman King.
- Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Bridgerton - Coughlan vacates the Bridgerton spotlight as Penelope Bridgerton, now out as Lady Whistledown and enjoying life as a mother and happily married woman. The Irish actress is also known for her role in Derry Girls.
- Hannah Dodd as Francesca Stirling - The newly married and most introverted Bridgerton sibling, Francesca, returns to Bridgerton. Dodd's other noteworthy credits include Eternals and Enola Holmes 2.
- Daniel Francis as Lord Marcus Anderson - Lord Marcus Anderson is Lady Danbury's dashing brother who catches Violet Bridgerton's eye. Francis has also appeared in Once Upon a Time and The Wheel of Time.
- Ruth Gemmell as Violet Bridgerton - Gemmell returns to the role of Bridgerton family matriarch Violet. Like other British veteran actors in the cast, Gemmell's credits are mostly from her native England, including Casualty, EastEnders, and Penny Dreadful.
- Florence Hunt as Hyacinth Bridgerton - The youngest Bridgerton, Hyacinth regales Bridgerton season 4 with her sunny presence. Hunt has also appeared in the TV series Cursed and Mix Tape.
- Martins Imhangbe as Will Mondrich - Retired boxer Will Mondrich is still adjusting to aristocracy in Bridgerton season 4. A celebrated stage actor, Imhangbe has few screen credits, with his most notable being a recorded theatrical production of The Tragedy of King Richard the Second.
- Claudia Jessie as Eloise Bridgerton - Jessie's Eloise Bridgerton continues to remain as socially defiant as ever, but her chosen path may come at a cost. The actress's other credits include Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell and Toxic Town.
- Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton - Colin Bridgerton has settled into married life and fatherhood splendidly in season 4. Besides Bridgerton, Newton is known for his roles in The Cut and The Lodge.
- Emma Naomi as Alice Mondrich - In Bridgerton season 4, Alice Mondrich continues to enjoy an affluent life with her husband, Will. Naomi has also appeared in the TV series Professor T.
- Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte - Despite Lady Whistledown being unmasked, Queen Charlotte's thirst for gossip remains as unquenched as ever. In addition to prequel miniseries Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, Rosheuvel's other credits include Lady Macbeth and Dune.
- Hugh Sachs as Brimsley - The Queen's gossiping secretary Brimsley is back in Bridgerton season 4. Sachs reprised his role in Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, and he has also appeared in the Star Wars series, Andor.
- Will Tilston as Gregory Bridgerton - The youngest Bridgerton son, Gregory returns from his studies at Eton College. Tilston notably portrayed a young version of the title role in Goodbye Christopher Robin.
- Polly Walker as Portia Featherington - Portia Featherington is back for more tacky misadventures in Bridgerton season 4. British audiences will recognize Walker from her roles in Prisoners' Wives and Line of Duty.
Release Date December 22, 2020
Network Netflix
Directors Tom Verica, Tricia Brock, Alex Pillai, Alrick Riley, Bille Woodruff, Cheryl Dunye, Sheree Folkson, Julie Anne Robinson
Writers Abby McDonald, Sarah L. Thompson, Daniel Robinson, Oliver Goldstick, Leila Cohan-Miccio, Azia Squire, Sarah Dollard, Eli Wilson Pelton, Janet Lin
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Luke Thompson
Lady Violet Bridgerton
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Ruth Gemmell
Benedict Bridgerton
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