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Bridgerton follows Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she makes her debut onto Regency London’s competitive marriage market. Hoping to follow in her parent’s footsteps and find a match sparked by true love, Daphne’s prospects initially seem to be unrivaled. But as her older brother begins to rule out her potential suitors, the high society scandal sheet written by the mysterious Lady Whistledown casts aspersions on Daphne. Enter the highly desirable and rebellious Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page), committed bachelor and the catch of the season for the debutantes’ mamas. Despite proclaiming that they want nothing the other has to offer, their attraction is undeniable and sparks fly as they find themselves engaged in an increasing battle of wits while navigating society’s expectations for their future. Read More Read Less

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Sumptuous design, soapy drama, and a sterling cast make Bridgerton a delightful treat.

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Carolyn Hinds

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However, for all it's finery, there are snags in the bright fabric of the show that I just can't overlook, namely the negative stereotyping of its Black characters and colorism in the casting.

Jul 26, 2021

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Debi Enker

The Age (Australia)

The plot is as thin as a London society belle; the unsurprising dramatic developments are delivered with the subtlety of a sledgehammer; the characters are mostly caricatures; and anything vaguely notable is constantly repeated.

Jan 27, 2021

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Aditi Natasha Kini

Bitch Media

Bridgerton is peddling an insulting brand of aesthetic level justice through the common vocabulary of representation. It's way past time to complicate that vocabulary.

Jan 16, 2021

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Yasmine Kandil

Discussing Film

An addictive investigation into the intricacies of love.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 9, 2024

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Michael Cuby

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Gorgeously shot and wittily written.

Sep 28, 2022

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Madelyn Gee

Mediaversity Reviews

Adding a gay character to Bridgerton is better than no representation at all, but the queerbaiting that comes with him is less welcome.

Rated: B-

Mar 24, 2022

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Hlgrm d Can't understand what they're saying, or the plot. Boring. Mid actors. Visually beautiful though. Rated 2/5 Stars • Rated 2 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Dmytro P Almost real chemistry between the main characters. I really liked the presentation and style. I would definitely like to watch it again. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/08/24 Full Review Audience Member It felt so tacky and was also uninteresting Rated 1.5/5 Stars • Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 07/30/24 Full Review Jorge S Uma linda produção, maravilhosos cenários e figurinos exuberantes. A história é bem contada na primeira temporada, mas algumas sequências são excessivas e prejudicam um pouco o ritmo. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/28/24 Full Review Oliver C A wonderful escape into a another fantasy world, can't give it a higher rating with the one scene in episode 6 that is quite triggering Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/26/24 Full Review Tanoak R A great introduction to the world and to the characters. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/22/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Julie Andrews Lady Whistledown Phoebe Dynevor Daphne Bridgerton Regé-Jean Page Simon Basset Jonathan Bailey Anthony Bridgerton Golda Rosheuvel Queen Charlotte Luke Newton Colin Bridgerton

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Dec 25, 2020 Diamond of the First Water Daphne debuts on London's marriage market, while Simon, the eligible Duke of Hastings, returns to town; a new gossip sheet penned by Lady Whistledown sets high society atwitter. Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 25, 2020 Shock and Delight Simon's apparent courtship of Daphne angers her brother, Anthony, and threatens to ruin the match he made; Marina opens up to Penelope. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 25, 2020 Art of the Swoon After Daphne catches the eye of a royal suitor, she turns to Simon for advice; Lady Featherington tries to browbeat Marina into marriage. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 25, 2020 An Affair of Honor Daphne receives a stunning gift from Prince Friedrich but soon courts scandal at a ball; Eloise seeks to find Lady Whistledown's true identity. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 25, 2020 The Duke and I To fend off scandal in regards to their garden espapade, Simon and Daphne make a personal appeal to the queen; Marina's scheme to get married dismays Penelope. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 25, 2020 Swish Daphne discovers how uninformed she is about lovemaking on her honeymoon; Colin reaches a decision about Marina. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 25, 2020 Oceans Apart Amid accusations of lies and betrayal, a rift develops between the newlyweds, while a deception of another kind could besmirch the Bridgerton name. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 25, 2020 After the Rain The duke and duch*ess' ball signals a turning point in their marriage and ushers in changes of fortune for those around them. Details

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Director: Julie Anne Robinson
Executive Producer: Chris Van Dusen, Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, Julie Anne Robinson
Screenwriter: Sarah Dollard, Abby McDonald, Janet Lin, Leila Cohan-Miccio, Joy C. Mitchell, Chris Van Dusen
Network: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Genre: Drama, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date: Dec 25, 2020

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