
Bridgerton (series) (2020)
Release Year: 2020
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Alex Pillai, Alrick Riley, Andrew Ahn, Bille Woodruff, Cheryl Dunye, Chris Van Dusen, Jaffar Mahmood, Julie Anne Robinson, Sheree Folkson, Tom Verica, Tricia Brock
Writer: Abby McDonald, Annabelle Hood, Azia Squire, Chris Van Dusen, Daniel Robinson, Eli Wilson Pelton, Geetika Lizardi, Janet Lin, Jess Brownell, Joy C. Mitchell, Julia Quinn, Lauren Gamble, Leila Cohan, Lou-Lou Igbokwe, Oliver Goldstick, Sarah Dollard, Sarah L. Thompson
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Keywords
Keywords: alternate history, based on novel or book, bridgerton, compassionate, courtship, dramatic, georgian or regency era, love, loving, non-traditional casting, period drama, society, sympathetic
Story
Bridgerton follows the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family, Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor), as she navigates Regency London's marriage market in search of true love. Her prospects initially seem promising, but Lady Whistledown's scandal sheet begins to cast aspersions on her reputation. Enter the Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page), a committed bachelor and society's most eligible catch. Despite their mutual disinterest, Daphne and the Duke find themselves drawn to each other, sparking a battle of wits and desires as they grapple with societal expectations.
Summary
Bridgerton is a period drama set against the backdrop of Regency-era England, focusing on the powerful Bridgerton family. Created by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shondaland, the series explores themes of wealth, lust, betrayal, and the pursuit of love amidst high society's competitive marriage market. The story unfolds through the eyes of Daphne Bridgerton as she debuts into London's elite circles, confronting scandal and societal norms while crossing paths with the enigmatic Duke of Hastings.