1 of 3 | Masali Baduza (L) and Hannah Dodd star are now filming “Bridgerton” Season 5. Photo courtesy of Netflix
Netflix has announced that filming has begun on Season 5 of Bridgerton, which will focus on Hannah Dodd’s character Francesca.
“Two years after losing her beloved husband John, Fran decides to reenter the marriage mart for practical reasons,” Netflix said in a press release Tuesday.
Do not fret, dearest readers, for a certain countess shall find love again… Bridgerton Season 5 is now in production. pic.twitter.com/roXewr7ocq— Bridgerton (@bridgerton) March 24, 2026
“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.”
The British period drama co-stars Adjoa Andoh, Jonathan Bailey, Nicola Coughlan, Ruth Gemmell, Luke Newton and Golda Rosheuvel. Julie Andrews narrates the series.
‘Bridgerton’ stars on the red carpet
Jonathan Bailey arrives on the red carpet at the “Wicked: For Good!” New York premiere at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center on November 17, 2025 in New York City. He stars as Lord Anthony Bridgerton. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo
