Created by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shondaland, Bridgerton is set in an alternate-history version of Regency-era London, where the elite navigate a high-stakes marriage market filled with gossip, romance, and scandal.

The series follows the Bridgerton family’s lives and romantic journeys, adapted from Julia Quinn’s bestselling novels.

Season 4 centers on Benedict Bridgerton’s love story, inspired by Quinn’s novel An Offer from a Gentleman. Yerin Ha joined the cast as Sophie, Benedict’s love interest.

In a conversation with the BBC, Thompson and Ha spoke about filming the series’ intimate scenes.

Ha said, “The sex scenes don’t feel typical when the co-actor is someone you can trust. It’s an extension of expression, and it just feels like another scene.”

Thompson added, “It’s delightful. I expected it to be a huge burden, but actually, it’s a responsibility. Being at the centre of a show allows you to really engage with every single element of it.”

Benedict, who had previously avoided marriage to resist societal norms, meets a mysterious girl in silver at a masquerade ball this season. His love for Sophie, who exists outside society’s strictures, drives a romance that explores social barriers and emotional growth.

The first half of the fourth season premiered on January 29, while the second half is scheduled for release on February 26.