The love affair with Bridgerton isn’t slowing down by any means. The prequel Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story will probably be launched on May 4, 2023. On March 23, Netflix launched the official trailer in addition to new photographs for the upcoming restricted sequence. The footage exhibits the origins of Queen Charlotte and King George’s royal romance. Initially, Charlotte is against the union, however her emotions for George quickly change. However, secrets and techniques threaten to harm their relationship. “It is you and me, together,” Charlotte tells George.
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story will probably be a restricted sequence and concentrate on one of many extra well-liked characters from the unique present, which is a large hit for Netflix. Fans lastly get to seek out out the backstory to Queen Charlotte, the no-nonsense monarch who piqued curiosity together with her side-eyes. She’s additionally primarily based on a real-life character broadly believed to be Britain’s first biracial royal. HollywoodLife has rounded up every thing you want to know in regards to the spinoff, together with the discharge date, forged, and extra under.
What Will The Series Be About?
The spinoff of the Bridgerton universe will concentrate on a younger Queen Charlotte. The official description for the Netflix present reads, “Centered on Queen Charlotte’s rise to prominence and power, this Bridgerton-verse prequel tells the story of how the young Queen’s marriage to King George sparked both a great love story and a societal shift, creating the world of the Ton inherited by the characters in Bridgerton.” The spinoff can even inform the tales of younger Violet Bridgerton and Lady Danbury.”
The streaming large’s head of worldwide TV, Bela Bajaria spoke to Deadline and stated followers is not going to be disillusioned with what Shonda has in retailer for the brand new sequence. “Many viewers had never known the story of Queen Charlotte before Bridgerton brought her to the world, and I’m thrilled this new series will further expand her story and the world of Bridgerton,” he stated. “Shonda and her team are thoughtfully building out the Bridgerton universe so they can keep delivering for the fans with the same quality and style they love. And by planning and prepping all the upcoming seasons now, we also hope to keep up a pace that will keep even the most insatiable viewers totally fulfilled.”
Who Is In The Cast For The Queen Charlotte Series?
Or course, the unique Queen Charlotte, performed by Golda Rosheuval, will probably be seen within the sequence. However, the main target will probably be on the youthful model of the royal, performed by India Amarteifi.
Also seen within the unique sequence are the characters of Violet Bridgerton and Lady Danbury, who’re performed by Adjoa Andoh and Ruth Gemmell, respectively. The youthful variations of the characters within the spinoff will probably be performed by Arsema Thomas and Connie Jenkins-Grieg.
Other casting selections embrace Katie Brayben as Vivian Ledger, Keir Charles as Lord Ledger, Sam Clemmett as elder Brimsley, Hugh Sachs as youthful Brimsley, Richard Cunningham as Lord Bute, Michelle Fairley as Princess Augusta, Corey Mylchreest as King George and Cyril Nri as Lord Danbury.
When Will Queen Charlotte Air?
Queen Charlotte will premiere on May 4, 2023. The restricted sequence will encompass 6 episodes and can all drop directly.
Is There Any Footage So Far?
Yes! The official trailer was launched on March 23, 2023. A 1-minute teaser dropped on February 14, 2023, throughout a digital occasion. The footage chronicles Charlotte’s rise to energy, in addition to her blossoming romance with George.
The first teaser dropped in the course of the TUDUM fan occasion on September 24, 2022. In the footage, Charlotte tries to scale the backyard wall, however she’s having hassle. Suddenly, a dashing younger man asks her what she’s doing. Charlotte desires to flee the citadel as a result of she has an uneasy feeling in regards to the king she’s about to marry.
Bridgerton followers, say howdy to India Amarteifio — the unimaginable younger actress who, together with the dynamic duo of Golda Rosheuvel & Adjoa Andoh, will reveal the origins of our beloved Queen Charlotte in a model new sequence from Shonda Rhimes. #TUDUM has a (very early) first look! pic.twitter.com/dgttigpqv0
— Netflix (@netflix) September 24, 2022
The man refuses to assist her. When she asks why, he replies, “I refuse when that lady in distress is trying to go over a wall so that she does not have to marry me.” Plot twist! This man is George, the King of England himself!
Netflix additionally shared a first-look picture of India Amarteifi because the youthful model of Queen Charlotte, performed by Golda Rosheuval in Bridgerton. “The baton is passed on, which I think is a really beautiful metaphor for the older and the younger. It’s really cool. I love it,” Golda stated. Adjoa applauded India, saying, “India has absolutely grabbed all of that and made her own and run with it. When I look at India, I see Golda and see young Charlotte become older Charlotte and it’s a beautiful thing.”
What To Watch While You Wait
There’s loads of time to compensate for all issues Bridgerton earlier than the spinoff involves the small display! Watch the complete first two seasons of the favored present on Netflix after which prepare for some studying, as Shonda and the ebook sequence creator Julia Quinn are engaged on a prequel sequence of books in regards to the younger Queen Charlotte, telling the story of how the royal met and married King George, per Variety.
“Queen Charlotte has been such a moving character to write and now having the opportunity to work with Julia to adapt this story into a book is such an exciting opportunity,” Shonda stated in a press release. “I can’t wait for fans of this universe to read the story of a character that has resonated so deeply with our audience.”
Currently untitled, the primary ebook is anticipated to be printed by the point Queen Charlotte debuts on Netflix!