The Bridgerton cast dressed in incredible Regency-style attire in horse-drawn carriages while filming in Bath
Filming for the third series of Bridgerton is underway as the cast, dressed in their incredible Regency garb, were spotted out and about on Edward Street in Bath on Wednesday.
Cast members sat in horse-drawn carriages as they rode through the city’s historic streets for the upcoming scenes.
It comes after it was reported that filming on the third series had been halted after bosses thought some of the storylines had gotten “too dark”.
Exciting: Filming for the third series of Bridgerton is underway as the cast, dressed in their amazing Regency garb, were spotted out and about on Edward Street in Bath on Wednesday
The female stars were seen with their hair in tight curls, wearing a variety of pastel colored dresses.
One woman wore a pink tulle dress complete with a satin teal jacket and ruffled collar, while another wore a lilac dress with floral embellishments.
A man could be seen wearing a short blue tuxedo and a purple tie, many of the actors wore blankets and coats to warm themselves between takes.
Stunning: One woman wore a pink tulle dress complete with a satin teal jacket and ruffled collar, while another wore a lilac dress with floral embellishments
Cold: Many cast members wore blankets and coats to keep warm between takes.
Away they go: Cast members sat in horse-drawn carriages as they rode through the city’s historic streets for upcoming scenes.
Principal photography on Bridgerton’s third series began in July, with the new series of episodes focusing on the love story of Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton).
In addition to the exciting news that filming is back on track, it has also been revealed that three new cast members will be joining the romance series.
Daniel Francis, who previously starred in Stay Close, will join the cast as Marcus Anderson, “a charismatic presence who lights up any room he walks into, drawing the attention of certain matriarchs in the ton and the ire of others.”
Pretty: The female stars were spotted with their hair in tight curls, wearing a variety of pastel colored dresses
In Character: Filming for the third series of Bridgerton began in July, but was halted briefly due to writers’ concerns about the story.
Smooth: A man could be seen wearing a short blue tuxedo and a purple tie.
Meanwhile, The Crown’s Sam Phillips will play Lord Debling, described as a cool lord with “unusual interests.”
A character description adds: “But with wealth and a peerage to back up his eccentricities, he won’t lack for young girls this season.”
And James Phoon, who appeared on Wreck, will play Harry Dankworth in season three.
Dapper: Another donned a tall top hat and a striking gray and burgundy ensemble.
Coming soon: The new series of episodes will focus on the love story of Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton)
New Series – In addition to the exciting news that filming has started again, it has also been revealed that three new cast members will be joining the romance series.
It comes after The Mail On Sunday reported that Bridgerton’s third series had descended into chaos, after bosses decided to remove a “very dark” story.
Sources working on the production of the Netflix blockbuster say some of the scripts have had to be rewritten because Shonda Rhimes, the show’s producer, wants to bring more joy to viewers.
It is understood that there were concerns about a sexual plot.
It was reported last year that Rhimes has teamed up with another executive producer, Jess Brownell.
Changes: It comes after The Mail On Sunday reported that the third series of Bridgerton had been thrown into chaos, after bosses decided to remove a ‘very dark’ story
Changing: Sources working on the production say some of the scripts have had to be rewritten as Shonda Rhimes, the show’s producer, wants to bring more joy to viewers.
Out with the old: It is understood that there were concerns about a sexual plot
A source told The Mail on Sunday: “Filming was delayed as the screenwriter was not happy with the direction.”
Thoughts: “We’ve been told you need the fun back, so there are changes, which of course means delays,” they continued.
A source told The Mail on Sunday: “Filming was delayed as the screenwriter was not happy with the direction.”
“We’ve been told that he needs the fun back, so there are changes, which of course means delays. One thing is for sure though, the production team wants to get it right for Bridgerton fans to enjoy as much as they have in the past.
“There are some elements that Shonda just isn’t happy with, so she wants to change them. Part of it got very dark.
In 2021 it was announced that there would be a third and fourth Bridgerton series following the success of the first two. The show is based on the series of romance novels by American author Julia Quinn.
On the job: “One thing is for sure though, the production team wants to get it right for Bridgerton fans to enjoy as much as they have in the past.”
Next up: In 2021 it was announced that there would be a third and fourth Bridgerton series following the success of the first two.