Bridgerton Season 5 to Focus on Francesca and Michaela

Do not fret, dearest readers, for a certain countess shall find love again… Netflix has announced that Bridgerton Season 5 is now in production.

The fifth season of the popular series spotlights introverted middle daughter Francesca (Hannah Dodd). Two years after losing her beloved husband, John, Fran decides to reenter the marriage mart for practical reasons.

Bridgerton Season 5 to Focus on Francesca (Hannah Dodd) and Michaela (Masali Baduza) — Photo courtesy of Netflix

But when John’s cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza) returns to London to tend to the Kilmartin estate, Fran’s complicated feelings will have her questioning whether to stick to her pragmatic intentions or pursue her inner passions.

Hannah Dodd plays Francesca Stirling, Countess of Kilmartin. Reserved and contained, Francesca has long felt out of place in the world. As Michaela stirs up new feelings inside her, Fran will make discoveries about herself that could change everything.

Hannah Dodd as Francesca Stirling and Masali Baduza as Michaela Stirling — Photo courtesy of Netflix

Masali Baduza plays Michaela Stirling. Beneath Michaela’s charming and vivacious exterior lies a vulnerable young woman who is quick to run at the slightest discomfort.

But this season, Michaela must face her vulnerability head-on as she’s forced to navigate her relationship with her late cousin’s legacy—and with Francesca.

Hannah Dodd as Francesca Stirling — Photo courtesy of Netflix

Bridgerton Season 5, consisting of 8 episodes, is filming in London, UK. Jess Brownell is the showrunner and executive-produces along with Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, Tom Verica, and Chris Van Dusen.

Bridgerton captivated viewers around the world when Netflix and Shondaland debuted the iconic series in 2020. Each of its three seasons ranks among Netflix’s Most Popular, while the fan-beloved prequel, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, dominated the Global Top 10.

Masali Baduza as Michaela Stirling — Photo courtesy of Netflix

The franchise has amassed a global fandom that caters to an underserved romance audience, piercing the cultural zeitgeist with unparalleled success and igniting trends as fans celebrate their love of the series through memes, music, books, fashion, decor, and more.

Live experiences like The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience and a growing collection of consumer products have catapulted the Bridgerton name into an extraordinarily sought-after lifestyle brand, delighting fans by allowing them to enjoy their favorite story in-person.