You're watching the 'Bridgerton' seasons and the 'Queen Charlotte' spinoff in the wrong order

Ayomikun AdekaiyeroMay 29, 2024, 00:49 IST

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"Bridgerton" season three premieres on May 16.
But it's actually the fourth season in the "Bridgerton" universe if you count "Queen Charlotte."

"Bridgerton" is returning with its third season, but viewers watching the franchise in release order are missing a beat.

The series, which premiered in 2020, quickly became one of the most-watched on Netflix as viewers were captivated by the bright, escapist drama set in 19th-century London.

The success of the first season prompted a whole franchise with more seasons plus a spin-off show, "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story."

Most fans have been watching the show in release order, but we think there is a better way.

Season 1 is still the perfect introduction to the "Bridgerton" world.

Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset (Regé Jean-Page) in "Bridgerton" season one.Liam Daniel/Bridgerton

You should then watch the first 4 episodes of "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story."

Young Queen Charlotte (India Amarteifio) in "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story."Liam Daniel / Netflix

It's time to go back to "Bridgerton" season two to see Anthony Bridgerton's love story.

Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley) and Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) on "Bridgerton" season two.Liam Daniel/Netflix

Then back to the final two episodes of "Queen Charlotte" for more context (and maybe the "Queen Charlotte" book).

Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) in "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story."Liam Daniel/Netflix

Now you are ready to watch Penelope and Colin fall in love in "Bridgerton" season three.

Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) and Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) in "Bridgerton" season threeLiam Daniel/Netflix

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