Bridgerton Season 4 Premieres in 2026 with Benedict's Love Story

Bridgerton Season 4 Sets 2026 Premiere with Benedict's Romance

The beloved Netflix series Bridgerton prepares for its fourth season. Fans can mark their calendars for January 29, 2026. That is the official premiere date for the first part of the new season.

Luke Thompson Embraces Lead Role with Excitement

Luke Thompson steps into the spotlight as Benedict Bridgerton. He played the character for three previous seasons in a supporting capacity. Now he takes center stage for the romantic storyline.

In a recent interview, Thompson expressed pure excitement about the promotion. He did not feel nervous at all. The actor credited his gradual introduction to the Bridgerton world for his readiness.

"It's only excitement, actually," Thompson told HT City. "I was very lucky to get probably the most generous timing. I had not done much screen work before. The world of being on a set is complex. It takes time to make friends with it."

He felt perfectly prepared by Season 4. The timing seemed ideal for him to assume the lead. Thompson looks forward to the new adventure with great anticipation.

Navigating Fame and Fan Connection

Previous Bridgerton leads have achieved global fame. Luke Thompson acknowledges that similar attention may come his way. He remains curious about the experience but grounded in his approach.

"I am curious about it, because I don't really know how it's going to be," he admitted. "It's very hard to gauge from a detached point of view."

The actor emphasized the importance of balance. Setting clear boundaries between public and private life allows one to enjoy the attention. He also reflected on the deep emotional bond fans form with the show.

"People project stuff onto you," Thompson noted. "That's sort of what being an actor is. You want to live in people's imagination. What a great thing to be able to do that."

Chemistry with Co-Star Yerin Ha

Season 4 explores Benedict's romance with Sophie, played by Yerin Ha. Luke Thompson described working with Ha as a rich and fulfilling experience.

He praised the storyline for allowing their characters to develop across diverse settings. "What's lovely about this particular storyline is the many different contexts," Thompson explained. "Whether it's the ball, my cottage, or the Bridgerton house. Our characters get to explore so many sides of their connection."