Bridgerton, Season Four, Part one

What’s it about?

After meeting a mysterious woman in silver at the Bridgerton masquerade ball, the Ton’s most eligible rake, Benedict Bridgerton, decides he’s ready to find a wife. Determined to track her down, his search sends high society into a frenzy - and even catches the Queen’s attention. Meanwhile, a young maid named Sophie struggles with her employment and her past, as it becomes clear there is more to her story.

The facts

• Produced by Shonda Rhimes (Bridgerton season one, two and three, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story and Greys Anatomy.)
• Created by Chris Van Dusen
• English language
• Season four, released in two parts 29 January 2026 and 26 February 2026.
• Runtime: Part one includes four episodes which are approximately 70 minutes each.
• This season of Bridgerton is based on the book An Offer from a Gentleman the third book in the Bridgerton book series by Julia Quinn.

Why did it get this rating?

This series was self-rated by Netflix. You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.

Sex scenes and nudity 

As with previous seasons, season four contains extended sex scenes. These include partial nudity, such as breasts and buttocks. Sexual activity is strongly implied through heavy breathing, suggestive sounds and movements, and passionate kissing. There are also verbal sexual references, including references to brothels and sex workers. Some of the stronger scenes include:

• In one scene, a young woman asks her mother about the “pinnacle,” referring to an orgasm. She later seeks further information from someone her own age, believing it may relate to her ability to become pregnant.
• It is implied that one character has previously engaged in a threesome with two high-class sex workers.
• In another scene, two characters engage in sexual activity in a stairwell. One character is shown licking his fingers before it is implied he stimulates the other character, although this occurs out of view.

When content stays with you:

We all have our boundaries, and it’s completely okay if something you’ve watched is weighing on your mind. If certain content lingers with you, consider having a chat with friends or whānau to debrief about what you’ve just seen. But if you’re still feeling affected, please reach out to any of the following helplines for support.

• 1737
• Safe to talk
• Lifeline
• Youthline

Further information

• Why are ratings and content warnings important for me and my whānau?
• Bridgerton Seasons one and two (featured decision)
• Bridgerton Season three, part one (featured decision)
• Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (featured decision)