Netflix’s hit romance series Bridgerton is back for season four, with a number of new faces joining the cast.
Based on Julia Quinn’s best-selling novels, the first batch of new episodes arrived on Netflix this week with the show turning its focus to the second-eldest Bridgerton brother, Benedict. Played by Luke Thompson, the free-spirited artist will finally get his turn in the spotlight when he meets “Lady Silver” at a masquerade ball hosted by his mother.
Season four’s Cinderella-esque tale stars Yerin Ha as housemaid Sophie Baek, Benedict’s mysterious love interest. The Australian actress makes her ton debut alongside several new cast members including Scottish actress Katie Leung, who is best known as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter films and Caitlyn Kiramman in animated series Arcane.
Taking on the role of Lady Araminta Gun, a twice-married and twice-widowed mother of two, Leung’s character is looking to secure good marriages for her two daughters, with little care for her stepdaughter Sophie.
For fans interested in the rest of the Bridgerton family, there is no need to worry as the series will see the return of Colin and his new wife Penelope, as well as Eloise, their mother and younger siblings. This includes Francesca, who travelled to the Scottish Highlands at the end of last season for her honeymoon with new husband Lord John Stirling.
With the second half of episodes not due out until February 26, here is the full cast of Bridgerton Season 4 - from new arrivals to familiar faces.
5. Isabella Wei as Posy Li
There is then Isabella Wei who plays Posy Li. The Hong Kong actress plays Sophie’s kinder, younger stepsister whose bubbly nature sets her apart from her family, who prefer to keep her away from the spotlight. Fans may recognise Wei from her role in Netflix’s Black Doves as well as 1899 and The Crow. | LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX
6. Hannah Dodd as Francesca Stirling
Hannah Dodd first appeared as Francesca Stirling, née Bridgerton, in season three of the Netflix series, taking over the role from Ruby Stokes. Quiet and introverted, the newlywed is settling into married life in season four. Dodd’s other roles include Enola Holmes 2, Find Me in Paris and The Road Trip. | LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX
7. Victor Alli as John Stirling
After marrying Francesca Bridgerton last season, Lord John Stirling begins season four following their honeymoon at his family’s estate in Scotland as the pair return to Mayfair. Played by Victor Alli, fans may recognise the Earl of Kilmartin from Gangs of London, Andor, and Death on the Nile. | LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX
8. Masali Baduza as Michaela Stirling
The closest thing Lord John Stirling has to a sibling, Michaela Stirling grew up alongside her cousin, returning with him to make a dramatic entrance during season four. Without too many spoilers… fans should make sure to pay attention, as she is sure to have a big role in future episodes. Played by Masali Baduza, you may recognise her from Love and Wine, Noughts and Crosses and The Woman King. | LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX