Bridgerton series 2: Everything you need to know

It feels like just yesterday we binged the whole of series one of Netflix's show Bridgerton, but believe it or not it's been over three years since we welcomed the period drama to our screens, and now we have two more seasons! There was a lot to digest in the second season, so let us refresh your memory on everything there is to know - from cast, to release dates, plot and more.

Show favourites such as Anthony, Colin and Eloise Bridgerton (played by Jonathan Bailey, Luke Newton and Claudia Jessie) all returned to our screens, along with newbies Kate and Edwina Sharma (played by Simone Ashley and Charithra Chandran) to give us all our fix of the era-based drama, and it's safe to say the new series didn't disappoint!

When was Bridgerton season two released?

The hugely-anticipated second series of Bridgerton dropped on Netflix on Friday 25th March 2022.

First look photos of the second series of Bridgerton:

When was the release date for season two announced?

In an iconic Bridgerton manner, the all-important release date for season two was revealed on Christmas Day 2021! Bosses gave us all a lovely little Christmas present, revealing that series two would be released just three months later.

The post read: 'One year ago today, our buzzy Ton was born 🐝 Happy Anniversary, dear readers. This author does hope you enjoy your gift... Bridgerton returns March 25, 2022, only on Netflix.'

Excited fans jumped to the comments to share in the joy, with one writing: 'IM SO EXCITED I SCREAMED' (sic), another commenting: 'FINALLLLYYY' (sic) and another adding: 'Finally!!! I can’t wait to see Anthony’s story portrayed on the screen!!' (sic).

How many episodes are in season two?

There are eight episodes of Bridgerton season two. This followed suit with season one, which also contained eight episodes.

Bridgerton's instrumental music covers

It's fair to say the Bridgerton soundtrack is pretty iconic, with the show featuring orchestral covers of modern-day pop songs throughout the show. After season one featured popular instrumental covers of huge tracks such as Ariana Grande's 'thank u, next' and Billie Eilish's 'bag guy', fans couldn't wait to hear what season two had in store.

Revealing the songs that would be covered in season two, Netflix took to Instagram, writing: 'Here are all of the instrumental covers you can look forward to in Bridgerton Season 2 🎶'.

Bridgerton season two soundtrack:

'Stay Away' by Nirvana (performed by the Vitamin String Quartet)

'Material Girl' by Madonna (performed by Kris Bowers)

'Diamonds' by Rihanna (performed by Hannah V and Joe Rodwell)

'Dancing on My Own' by Robyn (performed by the Vitamin String Quartet)

'You Oughta Know' by Alanis Morissette (performed by Duomo)

'Kabhi Kushi Kabhie Gham' by Kris Bowers

'Sign of the Times' by Harry Styles (performed by Steve Horner)

'What About Us' by Pink (performed by Duomo)

'How Deep is Your Love' by Calvin Harris & Disciples (performed by Kiris)

'Wrecking Ball' by Miley Cyrus (performed by Midnight Street Quartet)

Teasing Bridgerton season two

Back in September 2021, we finally got a first look sneak peek of what to expect from the upcoming series - including a glimpse at Sex Education's Simone Ashley, who made her debut in the show as Anthony Bridgerton's new love interest, Kate Sharma.

Of course, as we all now know (and if you don't - spoiler alert), the pair's journey to romantic bliss wasn't smooth sailing - with Anthony initially pursuing Kate's younger sister, Edwina.

Just one month after the release of Bridgerton's first series, show bosses delighted fans with the news that we would be getting another season. In January 2021, the official Bridgerton Twitter account confirmed the exciting news, writing: 'Prepare for another social season. Bridgerton is returning for season two, only on Netflix.' (sic)

Netflix UK and Ireland also tweeted about the news, writing: 'DEAREST READERS, BREAKING NEWS... Bridgerton will return for a second season!' (sic)

Is there a third season of Bridgerton?

There sure is - and not only that, but a fourth season is on the way too! Part one of season three landed on Netflix on 16th May 2024, with part two later landing on 13th June.

Bridgerton season three and four were officially signed off in 2021, with Netflix bosses sharing the exciting news in April of that year.

What happened in Bridgerton season one?

Series one, which was streamed by an incredible 63 million people within just one month, showed Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) form a relationship with The Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Pagewith), with the pair going on to get married despite it seeming unlikely at the start.

The pair hit some bumps in the road during their journey to marriage, with The Duke insisting that he can not have children, despite Daphne longing for family life. Following a little birds and the bees confusion, Daphne realises that The Duke simply does not want children, as opposed to not being able to have them.

As the show draws to a close, we see the pair welcome their first child into the world.

Of course, alongside other dramas going on in season one, Bridgerton season one saw the introduction of the infamous Lady Whistledown - the local anonymous gossip writer, who dishes the dirt on all of the goings-on in the lives of the elite.

The enthralling storyline, which is based on Julia Quinn's novels had fans of the show hooked, with many binging all episodes within a day.

Are Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Pagewith dating?

After seeing the on-screen chemistry between main characters Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, people really started talking about their off-screen love life.

Shutting down any rumours, 31-year-old Regé-Jean told Access: "I think that everything you need to know is on camera. All the sparks that flew came off the beautiful scripts we were handed.

"So I think that the sparky words, scripts and material are more than enough."

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Season one and two of Bridgerton are available to watch on Netflix now, with part one of season three also out now.

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