This article contains spoilers for Bridgerton season 3.
Summary
In the final four episodes ofBridgertonseason 3, lies were told, secrets were revealed, and Colin and Penelope’s love story reached its pleasant conclusion.Bridgertonseason 3, part 1 endedwith Colin and Penelope on the cusp of engagement, but episode 5 quickly turns the joyful moment into a nightmare. Penelope realizes she must tell Colin about Lady Whistledown, or someone else will do it for her. Meanwhile, the other Bridgerton siblings fall in love, in lust, and figure out truths about themselves.
As always,Bridgertonseason 3, part 2 followed up on a handful of different storylines involving theBridgerton family tree. Along with Penelope and Colin’s love story, the second part explored the budding romances between Francesca and John Stirling, and Violet and Marcus Anderson. Benedict entered a new relationship with Lady Tilley Arnold and Paul Suarez, while the Mondrichs continued adjusting to life in the ton. Anthony and Kate decide to take a trip to India. However,Bridgertonseason 3, part 2’s most important plot revolved around the search for Lady Whistledownand Penelope’s fight to be her truest self.
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How Bridgerton Season 3 Sets Up Penelope & Colin’s Future
Penelope & Colin Get Married And Have A Son
Amid the drama Penelope and Colin face throughoutBridgertonseason 3, there are two huge milestones the pair surpass. First and foremost,Bridgertonseason 3, episode 7 seesColin and Penelope get married. Although Penelope’s Lady Whistledown secret leaves Colin feeling betrayed, he tells Penelope that he will honor his proposal to avoid disgracing her. Therefore, they go through with the wedding and move into their new house afterward.
Ultimately, Colin and Penelope’s son cements their relationship and their future together.
Colin and Penelope reach yet another relationship turning point at the end of the season: they have a child. In the final scenes ofBridgertonseason 3, the series jumps forward in time and shows Prudence, Philippa, and Penelope with their babies. It is revealed thatonly Penelope’s child is a boy, making him the heirto the Featherington fortune. Ultimately, Colin and Penelope’s son cements their relationship and their future together. This achievement puts them on the same level as Daphne and Simon or Anthony and Kate.
What Happens To Cressida Cowper?
Cressida Fails To Escape Her Fate
Bridgertonseason 3, part 2 seesCressida Cowper become a major villainas she tries to take credit for being Lady Whistledown and attempts to blackmail Penelope when she is discredited. Despite her actions, though, Cressida is in a very difficult spot. Without any marriage prospects, she is doomed to live a miserable life with an old husband or her cruel aunt. Therefore, Cressida may be a villain, but she is at least redeemable.
Regardless, Cressida gets the villain treatment at the end ofBridgertonseason 3. None of her schemes succeed, and she ends up being sent away to live with her Aunt Joanna. It is unclear whether Cressida will return inBridgertonseason 4 or later in the show’s future, but itwould be a good thing to bring Cressida back. It would be nice to see Eloise visit Cressida or have Penelope attempt to use her power as Whistledown to help her. Hopefully, Cressida’s story doesn’t end here.
Why Francesca & John Stirling Leave The Ton When They’re Married
Francesca & John Seek Quiet
InBridgertonseason 3, Francesca and John Stirling get married and reveal that they are moving to John’s family home in Scotland. This is an unpleasant surprise for Violet, who doesn’t want her daughter so far away, but the decision makes sense. Francesca and John’s relationship is built on their shared love of quiet and privacy. By moving to Scotland,Francesca will get away from the chaos of the Bridgerton householdand have a chance to find herself. This move will be an interesting change toBridgertonseason 4, especially if Francesca becomes the nextBridgertonmain character.
Francesca’s story is told in Julia Quinn’s sixth book, “When He Was Wicked.”
Why Benedict Breaks Things Off With Lady Tilley Arnold
Benedict Wants To Be Free
Throughout the third season, Benedict has formed a close relationship with Lady Tilley Arnold, but unfortunately, their bond does not survive the final episode. During one of their meetings, Tilley tells Benedict that she wants a more serious relationship with him, and Benedict doesn’t agree. After being intimate with both Tilley and Paul Suarez,Benedict explains that he wants to be free for a whilelonger. This signals the end of Benedict and Tilley’s relationship. Ironically though, it also hints at the fact that, soon enough, Benedict will settle down with the right person.
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Eloise’s Bridgerton Scotland Trip Explained
Eloise Decides To Travel
Francesca and John’s move to Scotland was already a surprising turn of events, but it became even better with the addition of Eloise. After attempting to fit in with the ton,Eloise realizes she truly would like to change the world. However, it’s hard to do that when she has never left England. Therefore, Eloise decides to accompany Francesca, so she can see more of the world. This is an exciting switch-up in Eloise’s story because it removes her from family drama and gives her a chance to grow. Eloise’s season 4 story will be one to look forward to.
Why Penelope Reveals Herself As Lady Whistledown To The Entire Ton
Penelope Wants To Do Better
IfBridgertonseason 3 makes anything clear, it is that Lady Whistledown cannot stay hidden forever. At the end of the season, Penelope tells the Queen and the entire ton her secret. She does this because she wants to do better. Although Lady Whistledown has been a great outlet for her, it has also caused harm.Penelope takes a risk revealing herself to the ton, but she does it so that she can make up for her mistakes. She apologizes for what she has done, then pledges to use her power for good from now on.
In the issue where Penelope discredits Cressida, she reveals secrets that are much more than idle gossip.
What is most exciting about Penelope’s Lady Whistledown reveal is thatBridgertoncan continue using Lady Whistledown, but in new and creative ways. In the issue where Penelope discredits Cressida, she reveals secrets that are much more than idle gossip. The information she releases helps people. All in all, it seems likely that Penelope’s commitment to being better means thatBridgertonwill have an entirely new era of Lady Whistledown that could be even better than the original.
What To Expect From Bridgerton Season 4
Bridgerton Season 4 Has No Confirmed Star
Although most ofBridgertonseason 3’s casthas a set direction for the future, there is stillno word on who the main character ofBridgertonseason 4 will be. Based on how the third season ended though, it will most likely be Benedict or Francesca. Francesca’s marriage and trip to Scotland is the ideal set up for her love story, while Benedict’s romance could begin at any time. However, no matter who the lead is,Bridgertonseason 4 will likely see significant character development, new relationships, and a fresh page for Lady Whistledown and the ton as a whole.
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Bridgerton, released on July 13, 2025, is set in Regency-era England and follows the lives of the influential Bridgerton family. The series explores themes of wealth, lust, and betrayal, portraying societal dynamics through a blend of romance and intrigue.
