Benedict Bridgerton Meets His Cinderella in Steamy Season 4 Trailer

Netflix reveals the first footage of Benedict Bridgerton’s “Cinderella” retelling; Part 1 is set to premiere on January 29, 2026.

December 26, 2025: In a move worthy of the most scandalous society papers, Netflix and Shondaland delivered a holiday surprise to fans on Thursday, December 25, 2025. The streaming giant officially “unwrapped” the first trailer for Bridgerton Season 4, confirming that the long-awaited focus has finally shifted to the bohemian second son, Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson).

The “Lady in Silver”: Plot & Casting Details

The trailer offers a sumptuous first look at the “Cinderella-inspired” romance based on Julia Quinn’s third novel, An Offer from a Gentleman.

• The Meeting: The footage highlights the pivotal Masquerade Ball hosted by Lady Violet Bridgerton, where Benedict is entranced by a mysterious woman in a shimmering silver gown.
• Sophie Baek: Actress Yerin Ha (Halo) makes her debut as Sophie Baek. Notably, the show has changed her surname from “Beckett” in the books to “Baek” to honor the actress’s Korean heritage, following the precedent set by Kate Sharma in Season 2.
• The “Downstairs” Twist: Showrunner Jess Brownell teased that this season will explore the class divide of Regency London, as Sophie is a resourceful maid working for the demanding Lady Araminta Gun (played by Katie Leung).

Release Schedule & Episode Count

As with the record-breaking third season, Netflix will release the eight-episode season in two distinct blocks:

World Premiere: A Night in Paris

To celebrate the launch, Netflix announced a “Global Masquerade Premiere Event” to be held on January 14, 2026.

• Location: Paris, France.
• Fan Access: The event will be live-streamed on Tudum and YouTube, featuring the full cast on a red carpet inspired by the show’s famous ballroom scenes.
• Early Access: Fans who RSVP via the official site will have a chance to view Episode 1 two weeks ahead of the global release.

Familiar Faces Returning

The trailer confirms the return of the extended Bridgerton clan, including:

• Penelope and Colin: Now “Lord and Lady Bridgerton” of the estate, managing their new life as parents.
• Eloise Bridgerton: Returning from her time in Scotland with a “new perspective” on society.
• Francesca and John Stirling: Their story continues to simmer in the background following their move to the Highlands.