The BEST episodes of Bridgerton

Every episode of Bridgerton ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Bridgerton!

The eight close-knit siblings of the Bridgerton family look for love and happiness in London high society.

Last Updated: 3/31/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing
Dance in the Country
star
8.21
421 votes

#1 - Dance in the Country

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/26/2026

With Sophie in peril and the entire family's reputation at stake, the Bridgertons must rely on the ton's most powerful currency: scandal. Note: After credits scene

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The Viscount Who Loved Me
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8.15
794 votes

#2 - The Viscount Who Loved Me

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/25/2022

Anthony lashes out as he awaits news of Kate, while Eloise turns to Theo for help in her Lady Whistledown hunt and Lady Featherington plans a grand ball.

Directors: Cheryl Dunye
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Old Friends
star
8.06
757 votes

#3 - Old Friends

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/16/2024

When a caller arrives at her home, Penelope faces a difficult choice. For others, opportunities to build a fresh start — and find a love match — abound.

Directors: Andrew Ahn
The Beyond
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8.01
421 votes

#4 - The Beyond

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/26/2026

The Bridgerton family unites in the wake of a tragedy. Sophie's plans hit a snag. Benedict faces a heartwrenching choice.

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Into the Light
star
7.95
675 votes

#5 - Into the Light

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/13/2024

With a rival threatening to divulge her secret for money, Penelope chooses the best path forward as her relationships and livelihood hang in the balance.

Directors: Tom Verica
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Romancing Mister Bridgerton
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7.91
677 votes

#6 - Romancing Mister Bridgerton

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/13/2024

A desperate impostor strives to publicly win the queen's favor. Penelope races to write an urgent missive — but has the damage already been done?

Directors: Bille Woodruff
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After the Rain
star
7.87
1021 votes

#7 - After the Rain

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/25/2020

The duke and duchess's season-ending ball signals a turning point for their marriage — and ushers in changes of fortune and fate to those around them.

Directors: Alrick Riley
Writer: Julia Quinn
A Bee in Your Bonnet
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7.87
775 votes

#8 - A Bee in Your Bonnet

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/25/2022

The Sharmas arrive at the Bridgerton's country estate, where Anthony seeks to win Kate's good opinion amid bad memories and a ruthless game of pall-mall.

Directors: Alex Pillai
An Offer From a Gentleman
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7.87
466 votes

#9 - An Offer From a Gentleman

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/29/2026

Eager to focus on her new role, Sophie finds her longing for Benedict is hard to shake. Francesca broaches a sensitive topic. Violet hosts tea for two.

The Duke and I
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7.81
1049 votes

#10 - The Duke and I

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/25/2020

To fend off rumors about their garden escapade, Simon and Daphne must make a personal appeal to the queen. Marina's wedlock scheme dismays Penelope.

Directors: Sheree Folkson
Writer: Julia Quinn
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Tick Tock
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7.80
705 votes

#11 - Tick Tock

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/13/2024

Lady Whistledown's surprising engagement announcement reverberates through the Ton, while Penelope grapples with the need to disclose her true identity.

Directors: Bille Woodruff
Writer: Azia Squire
Joining of Hands
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7.80
667 votes

#12 - Joining of Hands

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/13/2024

A shocking column fuels the queen's search for the real Lady Whistledown. As the wedding looms, Penelope questions her future as a wife — and scribe.

Directors: Tom Verica
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The Choice
star
7.79
760 votes

#13 - The Choice

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/25/2022

Anthony's duty to his family wars with his desire for Kate. Edwina ponders her future — and impresses the queen. Eloise's rendezvous stirs suspicion.

Directors: Tom Verica
Writer: Julia Quinn
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Yes or No
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7.77
450 votes

#14 - Yes or No

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/26/2026

A new neighbor shakes up Bridgerton House. Hyacinth and Gregory take their first steps into society. Penelope struggles with the loss of anonymity.

An Unthinkable Fate
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7.75
755 votes

#15 - An Unthinkable Fate

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/25/2022

Rattled by Anthony's hasty nuptial plans, Kate receives advice from Lady Danbury. Eloise spars with a new ally. Emotions run high during a dinner party.

Directors: Tom Verica
Writer: Julia Quinn
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The Passing Winter
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7.75
421 votes

#16 - The Passing Winter

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/26/2026

Sophie fears the consequences of an impulsive decision. Benedict comes to terms with a new heir. A lavish ball is upended by a shocking announcement.

Forces of Nature
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7.74
701 votes

#17 - Forces of Nature

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/16/2024

Penelope catches the eye of nature-loving Lord Debling, to the dismay of other admirers. A near-catastrophe on a windy day makes a hero out of Colin.

Directors: Andrew Ahn
Victory
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7.74
760 votes

#18 - Victory

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/25/2022

As guests gather for the Bridgerton's ball, Anthony and Kate clash during a hunting party, Colin revisits the past, and Lady Featherington sets a trap.

Directors: Alex Pillai
Writer: Julia Quinn
Harmony
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7.74
768 votes

#19 - Harmony

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/25/2022

Scandalous rumors swirl around the Bridgertons and the Sharmas. The queen’s ire over Lady Whistledown lands Eloise and Penelope in a quandary.

Directors: Cheryl Dunye
Writer: Julia Quinn
Art of the Swoon
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7.73
1075 votes

#20 - Art of the Swoon

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/25/2020

After Daphne catches the eye of a royal suitor, she turns to Simon for relationship advice. Lady Featherington tries to browbeat Marina into marriage.

Directors: Tom Verica
An Affair of Honor
star
7.72
1062 votes

#21 - An Affair of Honor

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/25/2020

Daphne receives a stunning gift from Prince Friedrich but soon courts scandal at a ball. Eloise searches for clues to Lady Whistledown's identity.

Directors: Sheree Folkson
Writer: Julia Quinn
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How Bright the Moon
star
7.71
728 votes

#22 - How Bright the Moon

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/16/2024

Penelope begins her private lessons in charming suitors, but the arrangement quickly grows complicated. A dazzling debutante seizes the queen's attention.

Directors: Tricia Brock
Time Transfixed
star
7.66
484 votes

#23 - Time Transfixed

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/29/2026

To find his mystery woman, Benedict enlists the help of none other than Lady Whistledown. Lady Danbury's patience with the Queen wears decidedly thin.

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Oceans Apart
star
7.64
1008 votes

#24 - Oceans Apart

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/25/2020

Amid accusations of lies and betrayal, a rift forms between the newlyweds, while a deception of another kind could besmirch the Bridgerton family name.

Directors: Alrick Riley
Writer: Julia Quinn
The Field Next to the Other Road
star
7.64
482 votes

#25 - The Field Next to the Other Road

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/29/2026

An unexpected detour draws Benedict and Sophie closer together. Back in Mayfair, the help gains the upper hand in a heated "maid war."

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