Jonathan Bailey reprises his magnetic Viscount Anthony Bridgerton in Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2, bringing the eldest brother home for a heartfelt family reunion. Netflix drops sizzling new stills ahead of the February 26 drop, teasing tension, love triangles, and Regency romance fireworks.
Who is returning for Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2?
Jonathan Bailey reprises his role as Anthony Bridgerton, the head of the Bridgerton family, who returns from India with his family. While the new stills show only Anthony, the series has teased that Kate and their child are back in London as well—viewers just haven’t seen them yet in the promotional images.
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One photo captures Anthony speaking seriously with his younger brother Benedict (Luke Thompson) after Benedict reveals he has fallen in love with someone “below his station”—a reference to Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), who is now working as a maid in the Bridgerton household. Other images show a pensive Anthony reviewing paperwork in the study and engaged in deep discussion with his mother, Violet Bridgerton (Ruth Gemmell).
Why Are Fans Losing It Over Jonathan Bailey’s Anthony Return?
Anthony Bridgerton, Season 2’s brooding heartthrob, vanished during Part 1 but storms back from India with gravitas. Bailey’s Viscount is shown in crisp clothing in new stills, looking at his brother Benedict (Luke Thompson) as they exchange passionate confessions.
He’s pictured deep in study paperwork and huddled with matriarch Violet (Ruth Gemmell), hinting at high-stakes family counsel. No glimpses of wife Kate (Simone Ashley) or their heir yet—teasing maximal suspense.
What about Kate and the Bridgerton heir?
The absence of Simone Ashley’s Kate from promotional materials has sparked fan speculation. The series has confirmed the Viscountess returns with Anthony from India, but Netflix is keeping her appearances under wraps for now. Similarly, the couple’s young child—the Bridgerton heir—has not been shown in any stills.
What Brotherly Drama Awaits Benedict in Bridgerton S4 Part 2?
Trailer clues show Anthony grilling Benedict over his forbidden crush on maid Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), the elusive Lady in Silver. Benedict faces the ultimate Regency dilemma: chase true love below his station or bow to family duty?
Sophie grapples with Benedict’s risky idea while avoiding plans from her former boss, Lady Araminta Gun (Katie Leung). Circumstances keep pushing the pair closer, resulting in unmistakable chemistry.
Who else features in the final four episodes?
Beyond the Bridgerton brothers, several characters face unresolved storylines:
Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha) : Lady Araminta Gun (Katie Leung), Sophie’s previous employer, has evil plans for her late husband’s ward, endangering Sophie’s life and future.
Francesca and Eloise (Hannah Dodd and Claudia Jessie) : As the season comes to a close, the Bridgerton sisters must face their own challenges. Â Â Â Â Â Â
Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) : Now a publicly known gossip columnist, Penelope faces new challenges following her deal with Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) .
Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) : Her reaction to Penelope’s revealed identity continues to simmer beneath the surface .
How many episodes remain in Season 4?
Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 consists of four episodes, releasing simultaneously on February 26 . Part 1, which premiered earlier, covered the first half of Benedict and Sophie’s love story, introducing the Lady in Silver mystery and Sophie’s arrival at the Bridgerton household .
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Will there be more Bridgerton after Season 4?
Netflix has already renewed Bridgerton for Seasons 5 and 6, based on bestselling author Julia Quinn’s novel series . The show continues to follow different Bridgerton siblings as they find love, with each season focusing on a different brother or sister’s romantic journey.
FAQs
Q: When do Bridgerton S4 Part 2 episodes drop?
A: February 26 on Netflix, final four installments.
Q: Who plays Viscount Anthony Bridgerton?
A: Jonathan Bailey, returning from India storyline.
Q: Is Kate Bridgerton in the new stills?
A: Not yet; Simone Ashley absent from released photos.
Q: What’s Benedict’s big love conflict?
A: Crushing on maid Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), his Lady in Silver.
Q: Has Bridgerton been renewed beyond S4?
A: Yes, confirmed for Seasons 5 and 6.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Netflix promotional materials, official announcements, and series details as of February 21, 2026. Plot summaries are based on trailers and stills that have been released; complete episodes may disclose more plotlines.
