Netflix is preparing to release the second half of Bridgerton Season 4, and the streamer has provided a complete look at who is joining the cast. While the spotlight remains on Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton and Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek, several new male characters are entering the Ton to stir up drama, support their families, or potentially find love. Part 2 of Season 4 is scheduled to premiere on February 26, 2026 .
The first four episodes of the season ended with a major turning point. After discovering Sophie working as a maid, Benedict asked her to become his mistress, a proposal that deeply offended her. The upcoming episodes, which include Episodes 5 through 8, will deal with the fallout of that moment as Benedict tries to win her back. Viewers will also see the return of fan favorites like Jonathan Bailey (Anthony) and Simone Ashley (Kate), who are back in London with their baby .
The new faces joining the cast are not just limited to Sophie’s immediate world. Several actors have been added to portray key figures from the Bridgerton novels, specifically from Benedict’s story in An Offer From a Gentleman, as well as other members of high society . These additions are crucial to understanding the conflict Sophie faces because of her low status as a maid.
The Men of the Gun Family and the Masquerade Ball
The most significant new characters revolve around Sophie Baek’s life as a servant. The household she works for is led by the formidable Lady Araminta Gun, played by Katie Leung . This household includes several male characters who contribute to Sophie’s difficult situation.
The Late Lord Gun
Though he does not appear in the present timeline, the late Lord Gun is a critical figure in Sophie’s backstory. As explained in the series lore, Sophie is the illegitimate daughter of Lord Penwood (the father of Lady Araminta’s late husband). After Lord Penwood’s death, Sophie was taken in by the Gun family, but she was treated as a servant rather than family. This sets up the Cinderella-like dynamic that defines Season 4 .
Footmen and Servants of the Gun Estate
While not named characters, the male servants working under Lady Araminta’s command are part of the scenery that reminds Sophie of her place. The show has cast background actors to fill these roles, which are essential for portraying the strict class divide that Benedict struggles to cross. The servants are often the ones who enforce the rules that keep Sophie hidden from the eyes of noblemen like Benedict .
The Bridgerton and Stirling Family Circle
Beyond the new antagonists, Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 features the return of established male cast members who are considered family. However, their roles are deepening as their own storylines progress.
Victor Alli as John Stirling, Earl of Kilmartin
Victor Alli returns as Francesca’s quiet and devoted husband. In the new episodes, John is balancing his duties in Parliament with his life at home. Viewers will see him trying to connect with Francesca on a deeper level, as she begins to explore her own identity outside of being a wife. He remains a stable and gentle presence in the chaotic world of the Bridgertons .
Martins Imhangbe as Will Mondrich
Martins Imhangbe continues his role as Will Mondrich. Now fully entrenched in the world of the nobility after his family inherited a title, Will is trying to maintain his integrity while learning the rules of the Ton. In Part 2, he is expected to play a larger role in supporting Benedict, as both men are outsiders in the aristocratic world in their own ways .
New Faces With Connections to the Past
The casting for Season 4 also includes younger versions of existing characters, though these roles appear primarily in flashbacks. However, for Part 2, the focus remains on the current timeline and the immediate conflict between Benedict and Sophie.
The Return of Anthony Bridgerton
Jonathan Bailey’s Anthony Bridgerton is one of the most anticipated returns in Part 2. After spending time in India with Kate, the Viscount is back. The trailer for Part 2 shows Anthony getting involved in Benedict’s dilemma. As the head of the family, Anthony offers practical advice, but he also reminds Benedict of the family’s reputation. His return adds pressure on Benedict to make the “right” choice according to society, rather than following his heart .
Young Lord Penwood
In the novel, Sophie’s father is a significant figure. While much of his story is told through dialogue, the casting team brought in an actor to portray Lord Penwood in brief memory sequences. These scenes are crucial because they explain why Sophie is torn between the world of the servants and her noble blood. His decision to acknowledge Sophie only in private is the root cause of her current suffering .
Why These Cast Additions Matter for the Story
The introduction of these new male characters is not just about filling the ballroom. They serve specific purposes in Benedict and Sophie’s love story. The men of the Gun household represent the cruelty and rigid rules of the class system. They are the physical barrier that keeps Sophie hidden. Without them, the stakes of the romance would feel lower.
Furthermore, the returning men like Anthony and Will provide a contrast to Benedict’s behavior. Anthony chose love over duty when he married Kate, but he did so within the bounds of marrying a “lady.” Benedict’s situation is more extreme because Sophie is a maid. Watching the male characters discuss this problem shows how deeply the class system is embedded in everyone, even the heroes .
“The scripts that Jess [Brownell] and her team have come up with are dynamite. The storyline is a bit of a twist on Cinderella. It’s really exciting to have that weaved into the world that we know of Bridgerton,” Luke Thompson said about the new season .
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How to Watch the New Episodes
Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 will be available to stream on Netflix starting February 26, 2026. The episodes will be released at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) , which translates to 3:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) .
For viewers in other parts of the world, the release times are:
- United Kingdom (BST): 8:00 a.m.
- India (IST): 12:30 p.m.
- Australia (AET): 5:00 p.m.
Viewers will need an active Netflix subscription to watch the episodes. The subscription plans range from the standard with ads at $7.99 per month to the standard no-ads plan at $17.99 per month . The second half of the season promises to deliver the resolution to the “will they, won’t they” tension, with all four episodes dropping at once for a full binge-watch experience.
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