The wait is almost over for the second half of Bridgerton Season 4. After the first four episodes dropped on January 29, 2026, Netflix left fans with a major cliffhanger involving Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) and the mysterious Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha). The streaming service has confirmed that Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 will arrive on February 26, 2026, featuring the final four episodes of the season .
For those counting down the days, the new episodes will be available on Netflix starting at Midnight Pacific Time (PT) on February 26, which translates to 3:00 AM Eastern Time (ET) . For global audiences, that means 8:00 AM British Summer Time (BST) , 12:30 PM India Standard Time (IST) , and 5:00 PM Australian Eastern Time (AET) .
The season follows the love story of Benedict Bridgerton, the bohemian second son, who falls for a mysterious “Lady in Silver” at a masquerade ball, not realizing she is actually Sophie Baek, a maid working for the formidable Lady Araminta Gun (Katie Leung) . Part 1 ended with Benedict making a shocking offer to Sophie, asking her to become his mistress after discovering his feelings for her, completely unaware that she is the same woman he has been desperately searching for .
As the February 26 release date approaches, here are five key things you can expect from the remaining episodes of Bridgerton Season 4.
The Fallout from Benedict’s Mistress Proposal
The biggest storyline heading into Part 2 is the emotional wreckage caused by Benedict’s offer at the end of Episode 4. After sharing an intimate moment with Sophie on the staircase, Benedict suggested she become his mistress, believing this was the only way they could be together given their class differences .
Sophie, who was already wary of promises from the aristocracy, felt completely crushed and ran away without a word. Showrunner Jess Brownell made it clear where she stands on this moment. “I think Sophie’s reaction of being pretty damn outraged is really valid,” Brownell told Entertainment Weekly. “She wanted to believe that Benedict saw her for more than her station, and that their connection was something special. So she has a real right to be very pissed” .
The new trailer for Part 2 shows Sophie telling Benedict that they both got “carried away,” and she firmly rejects his proposal, stating that becoming a mistress is “the last thing I want” . Brownell explained that Sophie will absolutely separate herself from Benedict for a while. “In the little time we’ve had to get to know her, I think viewers can already tell that Sophie’s not someone who suffers fools, or allows herself to be insulted in that way” .
The Truth About the Lady in Silver Will Be Revealed
One of the central tensions driving the second half of the season is the secret that Sophie is actually the “Lady in Silver” Benedict has been obsessively searching for since the masquerade ball . In Part 1, Benedict enlisted the help of his sister Eloise (Claudia Jessie) and mother Violet (Ruth Gemmell) to track down his mystery woman, all while unknowingly falling for her in her reality as a maid.
The trailer for Part 2 suggests that this secret is about to come out. Sophie’s dual identity creates a ticking clock situation, as the potential fallout threatens both her future and Benedict’s standing in society . When Benedict finally realizes that the maid he desires and the woman from the ball are the same person, it will force him to confront his own prejudices about class and identity.
Luke Thompson previously discussed his character’s mindset, noting that Benedict knows asking Sophie to be his mistress is wrong, but believes it’s the only way they could be together. “I think he thinks that it could work. That he could sort of splice all these things together and make this sort of weird situation that works for him. and then it doesn’t” . The revelation that Sophie is his Lady in Silver will likely shatter this flawed reasoning.
Anthony and Kate Return with Their Baby
Fans of the Viscount and Viscountess will be thrilled to know that Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley are back as Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma in Part 2. The couple returns from India with their first child, ready to offer guidance to Benedict as he navigates his complicated feelings for Sophie .
The trailer gives glimpses of Anthony and Kate stepping back into the fold, and their presence suggests they will play a significant role in helping Benedict understand what truly matters when it comes to love and marriage. Having navigated their own class and cultural differences in Season 2, Anthony and Kate are perfectly positioned to offer wisdom to Benedict.
Their return also brings the full Bridgerton family back together, which will likely influence Benedict’s decisions about defying society’s expectations. The couple’s happy marriage serves as a reminder that love can overcome obstacles, but their path was not easy either .
Sophie Faces Her Stepfamily Drama
Part 2 will delve deeper into Sophie’s difficult home life. The end of Episode 4 revealed that the new neighbors moving in next to the Bridgertons are none other than Sophie’s stepmother Araminta Gun (Katie Leung) and her daughters Rosamund Li (Michelle Mao) and Posy Li (Isabella Wei) .
In the Cinderella-inspired storyline, Araminta is the cruel stepmother figure who forced Sophie into servitude after her father passed away. Sophie’s father was an earl, meaning the estate rightfully should have provided for her, but Araminta forced her to become a maid instead .
Having the Gunn family living right next door to the Bridgertons creates immense tension and danger for Sophie. Her secret could be exposed at any moment, and Araminta’s presence will likely complicate Sophie’s already complicated situation with Benedict. The show has cast Katie Leung in this pivotal role, and her character is expected to cause significant trouble in the coming episodes .
Yerin Ha previously shared insights into her character’s mindset. “What drew me to Sophie was that she immediately has obstacles, something that she constantly has to overcome” . Sophie’s stepfamily represents the biggest obstacle she has faced long before Benedict entered the picture.
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While Benedict and Sophie take center stage, Part 2 will also check in with other family members. Francesca Bridgerton (Hannah Dodd) and her husband John Stirling (Victor Alli) continue to navigate their marriage, with Francesca having a surprising encounter with Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza) that hints at future storylines .
Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin (Luke Newton) are adjusting to married life while dealing with the fallout of Penelope’s identity as Lady Whistledown being public knowledge. Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) loves Penelope’s writing but has noticed the gossip well has run dry now that everyone knows who Whistledown is. The Queen has made a bet with Penelope about whether Benedict will marry this season, adding pressure to the situation .
Violet Bridgerton’s romance with Lord Marcus Anderson (Daniel Francis) continues to develop after their hookup in Part 1. The teaser shows more of their relationship unfolding, giving the family matriarch her own romantic storyline .
The final episodes will also feature Will Mondrich (Martins Imhangbe) offering Benedict some wisdom about women and relationships. In the trailer, Mondrich tells Benedict that “no matter her rank, no woman truly desires to be hidden” .
The simmering tension between what society expects and what the heart desires will drive these final four episodes. With Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 arriving on February 26, viewers only have a short wait to see how Benedict and Sophie’s story resolves and whether love can truly conquer the rigid class boundaries of the Ton.
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