Get ready for another promenade. Bridgerton became an instant hit after making its Netflix debut on Christmas Day —And fans aren’t the only ones who are craving more.
The series follows the Bridgerton family — played by Jonathan Bailey, Phoebe Dynevor, Claudia Jessie, Luke Newton, Luke Thompson, Florence Hunt, Will Tilston and Ruth Gemmell — as they attempt to find love in Regency-era high society. In season 1, eldest sister Daphne (Dynevor) and her relationship with London’s most eligible bachelor Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page) pulled much of the story’s focus.
Before the period drama was officially renewed in its entirety, rumors about a second season circulated when it was reported production would resume in England in March. After reaching more than 63,000 households, BridgertonIt is almost certain that he will return for more. The cast is not sure what the future holds.
“We all really hope [it will be renewed],” breakout star Nicola Coughlan (a.k.a. Penelope Featherington VarietyDecember 2020. “It’s a real joy to make and the response has been beyond our wildest dreams. But until the Netflix gods come down and bless us, we don’t know.”
Although the details are kept secret, creator Chris Van DusenHe has big plans for the show’s continuation, which is based upon Julia Quinn‘s popular romance book series. The author gave each Bridgerton family member their own chance to shine — and Van Dusen is hoping to do the same.
“Obviously we’re just focused on the first season right now. While the first season focuses on Daphne Bridgerton, the oldest Bridgerton daughter, and her love affair to Simon, we also know that there are eight Bridgerton siblings. [and]There are eight Bridgerton books,” Van Dusen told Cosmopolitan UKDecember 2020. “So, in success I would love to be able to explore love stories and romances for all the Bridgerton brothers and sisters, of course.”
However, viewers haven’t seen the last of Daphne and Simon, who seemingly get their happily ever after in the final moments of season 1. Page hinted previously that things could still go wrong for the couple if Page returned for new episodes.
“I think that love is an evolving thing,” the British heartthrob told TV Guide shortly after the show’s premiere. “It’s a living, breathing thing that needs tending, that needs looking after, that needs mending when it gets worn or torn. They are very young when they get married. They have much to learn. They have a lot to do, and I think it’ll always be fun to watch them do that together.”
Netflix announced that Page would not return for season 2 four months later.
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