13 of the most shocking moments from the first season of 'Bridgerton'

Erin AjelloJan 5, 2021, 02:23 IST

Season one of "Bridgerton" is full of mystery, betrayal, and romance.LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX

The first season of Netflix's "Bridgerton" is full of drama, romance, and mystery.
The twist and turns of the plot make way for some pretty shocking moments on the Regency drama.
On season one, the characters engage in secret affairs, challenge others to duels, and forge love letters, among other scandals.
The big mystery of the season is also revealed at the end of episode eight.
Warning: Major spoilers for season one of "Bridgerton" ahead.

Netflix's new Regency drama "Bridgerton" follows noble families as they try to maintain their reputations while engaging in scandalous behaviors.

Though the season is only eight episodes long, there are dozens of fights, kisses, and dances weaved into the plot.

Read on for 13 of the most shocking moments from the new Netflix original series.

Warning: This slideshow contains major spoilers for season one of "Bridgerton."

There's a serious breach of etiquette just minutes into the first episode.

Anthony Bridgerton is introduced in a fairly shocking way. Netflix

Marina's season-one scandal is revealed through a dramatic sequence.

Ruby Barker played Marina Thompson on "Bridgerton." Netflix

Lord Berbrooke proposes after assaulting Daphne.

Jamie Beamish played Lord Berbrooke on "Bridgerton." Netflix

Lady Featherington goes to great lengths to break Marina's heart.

Lady Featherington arranged for the forged love letter. Netflix

After Simon and Daphne finally kiss, the consequences quickly escalate to a deadly level.

Anthony challenges Simon to a duel after Simon kisses Anthony's sister. Netflix

Though Daphne is ignorant about sex, her older brothers definitely aren't.

Young women in the society don't get an education about sex. Netflix

King George III has a mysterious mental illness.

James Fleet played King George III on "Bridgerton." Netflix

As if dueling weren't enough, Simon and Anthony lose their cool while having a drink together.

Jonathan Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton on "Bridgerton." Netflix

Marina seemingly tries to terminate her pregnancy with an herbal tea.

Marina's unplanned pregnancy causes her a lot of drama and pain. Netflix

The tea Marina drank didn't have the intended effect.

Marina is seemingly still pregnant at the end of the season. Netflix

Marina receives a surprise proposal from her late lover's brother.

In a twist of events, Marina is offered a second proposal. Netflix

Lord Featherington is murdered.

Ben Miller as Lord Featherington on "Bridgerton." Netflix

Lady Whistledown's surprising identity is revealed in the final moments of the season.

Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington on "Bridgerton." Netflix

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