Bridgerton 3: behind the scenes of Nicola Coughlan on the set

After debuting in March, Bridgerton, the second season continued to be successful, breaking its own record and becoming the most watched English-language series on Netflix. Fans have therefore welcomed the news that a third and fourth season has been greenlit and a Queen Charlotte spin-off is in the works, ensuring yet another string of Regency romances.

Now, the official Instagram account of Bridgerton it is slowly but surely releasing video And photo of the behind the scenes, which fans will no doubt be thrilled to see. The most recent is a video showing Penelope Featherington, played by Nicola Coughlan, dressed in a blush pink gown with short puffed sleeves and a tiara. The caption reads: ‘Something tells me that Miss Featherington’s forthcoming third season will be her most successful social season.’

In another Instagram photo, two cast members, Simon Ashleythe actress who plays Kate Sharma in the series, e Jonathan Baileywho plays the viscount Anthony Bridgertonare holding ice creams in front of a hot pink van, hinting that the season 2 couple will be back.

The caption reads: “The Bridgertons may indulge in dessert, but the bond they share is even sweeter.” Netflix already shared a fun behind-the-scenes video in July, in which cast members hold up three fingers to indicate that season three is on its way.

In an interview given to AND! News on the occasion of Time100’s Next GalaSimone Ashley revealed that the next chapter is “going super hot,” adding that it will be “central to the condensation.” Bridgerton is well known for its romantic content, which often includes steamy scenes between love interests.

It was recently announced that the next series will deviate from the order of Julia Quinn novels on which the Shondaland series is based, focusing not on Benedict Bridgerton, but on his brother Colin and its relationship with Penelope Featherington.

More glimpses of the production have since been circulated on social media, including images of Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan (aka Colin and Penelope) on set as the stars of the upcoming season.

What is the plot of Bridgerton 3?

The first season was based on the first of the books of the Bridgerton, The Duke and Iand followed the report of Daphne Bridgerton with the Duke of Hastings; before the second season took its cue from the next novel in the series, The viscount and Idedicated to the eldest of the brothers, the Viscount Bridgertonand her love affair with Kate Sharma. Fans expected that formula to carry over into the next series, with the book An offer from a gentleman which focuses on the love life of Benedict Bridgerton.

A social media post from the Bridgerton he later denied the idea, with a message in the voice of Lady Whistledown which read: «Dear readers, it is fitting that in the third year of this author’s marital chronicle, Mayfair’s socialite season should focus on a third son… as well as a third daughter. The author can confirm that the upcoming season will focus on the budding relationship between Mr. Colin Bridgerton and Miss Penelope Featherington. Penelope is no longer in the habit of wallpapering, and will she finally be able to blossom? Time will tell and, as always, she is the author too ». The announcement is signed: “Truly, Lady Whistledown.”

Played by Nicholas Coughlan, Penelope Featherington she is a fan favorite in both the books and the small screen adaptation. Of course, she is also (spoiler alert) the anonymous letter writer of Lady Whistledownwhich means it will be interesting to see how her position in the center of the action affects her role as a gossipy narrator. Colin Bridgertoninterpreted by Luke Newtonhas so far been a close friend of Penelope, but she is increasingly tormented by her romantic feelings for him.

Jess Brownellwho takes over from showrunner Chris Van Dusen for the upcoming series, told a variety: “I really feel it’s time for Colin and Penelope. Since we’ve seen both actors on our screens since season one, we’ve already invested a bit in them. There are these tense moments between them where Colin gets close to realizing that Penelope has feelings for him, but it just doesn’t quite get there. Rather than dwelling on that dynamic, we wanted to push it into their season. It really felt like the perfect time to kick off this story.”

Although the series does not follow the plot of the books to the letter, in Romancing Mister Bridgerton, the fourth novel in the series, Colin finally begins to see his younger sister’s best friend in a new light, just as she discovers an unexpected secret about him. And of course Penelope has many secrets too, which means that a romantic union between the two will never be easy.

The same cast will return for the third season of Bridgerton?

While Season 1 heartthrob Regé-Jean Page, departed the franchise following her starring role, most of the cast continued to star.

Simone Ashley, who played Kate in season 2, told Deadlines: “We’ll be back!”. Showrunner Brownell confirmed a variety that «Benedict, which is the third book, will be a fundamental part of the third season«. The actor who plays him, Luke Thompson, told Entertainment Weekly: «The series is in any case an ensemble work, and one gets the feeling that there is a lot to do even when one is not in the command post. It’s not like I’m sitting around waiting for my big moment, because it’s a huge team effort, and that’s what makes it satisfying. As long as Benedict continues to be explored, I’ll be happy.”

However, there was a change in casting: Ruby Sokes, who played the Bridgertons’ youngest daughter Francesca, was cast as the lead in a new Netflix show, Lockwood & Co. Hannah Dodd, who recently played the younger version of Sienna Miller’s character in Anatomy of a scandalwill enter the role.

When will the third season of Bridgerton?

A release date has not yet been set, but the manufacturer Shonda Rhimes he said at the season 2 premiere, “We’re already working on season 3, so we can have less time between seasons,” and it seems likely that the series will return in 2023.

Netflix has already started teasing fans with hints of what’s to come. A post from Nicola Coughlan in her Penelope costume read: “Miss Penelope Featherington has come a long way from the Ball of Hearts and Flowers of past seasons. Something tells me this wallpaper will continue to grow to new heights.”