Bridgerton Season 5 has announced its couple. The spotlight shifts to Francesca Stirling (played by Hannah Dodd), the introverted middle daughter of the Bridgerton family. Two years after the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Francesca reenters the marriage mart, fueled by practicality rather than passion. However, when her late husband’s cousin, Michaela Stirling (Masali Baduza), returns to London to manage the Kilmartin estate, Fran faces a whirlwind of emotional complexities that challenge her carefully laid plans.
Let’s just hope the doctor was wrong and Francesca is still pregnant—so all her dreams can come true.
Who Are They?
- Hannah Dodd as Francesca Stirling. Countess of Kilmartin: Reserved and contained, Francesca has long felt out of place in the world. As Michaela stirs up new feelings inside her, Fran will make discoveries about herself that could change everything.
- Masali Baduza as Michaela Stirling. Beneath Michaela’s charming and vivacious exterior hides a vulnerable young woman who is quick to run the second she feels discomfort. But this season, Michaela must face her vulnerability head-on as she’s forced to navigate her relationship to her late cousin’s legacy — and to Francesca.
Quick Facts for Season 5
- Episode Count: 8 episodes
- Filming Location: London, UK
- Showrunner/EP: Jess Brownell
- Executive Producers: Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, Tom Verica, and Chris Van Dusen
- Streaming on: Netflix
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