By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 13, 2026 · Last updated: November 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Critic scores, audience reviews and how Bridgerton compares with the rest of 2020.
Bridgerton (2020) is a drama series from Chris Van Dusen. This roundup collects critic scores and audience reviews, then looks at how the numbers compare with other 2020 releases, without spoilers.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 13, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 8.0/10 (3452 votes)
- IMDb: 7.5/10 (233,823 votes)
- Seasons: 5 seasons, 32 episodes
- Rank among 2020 releases: about #24 of 124
Bridgerton Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How Bridgerton Stacks Up
- Among the 124 English-language series that first aired in 2020 with at least 200 TMDB votes, Bridgerton ranks about #24 by audience score, roughly the top 19 percent.
- Within drama alone, it ranks about #12 of 81 in the same group.
Critics vs Audiences
- TMDB audiences give it 8.0/10 across 3452 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 3 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 3.7/10 on average (1 positive, 0 mixed, 2 negative among 3 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-01 | 9/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-07 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2026-08 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is Bridgerton About? (Spoiler-Free)
Wealth, lust, and betrayal set in the backdrop of Regency era England, seen through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family.
Bridgerton at a Glance
Cast and Characters
- Ruth Gemmell as Lady Violet Bridgerton
- Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton
- Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek
- Luke Newton as Colin Bridgerton
- Claudia Jessie as Eloise Bridgerton
- Florence Hunt as Hyacinth Bridgerton
- Will Tilston as Gregory Bridgerton
- Adjoa Andoh as Lady Agatha Danbury
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Other recent work from the lead cast of Bridgerton (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruth Gemmell avg 7.3/10 | Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (2023) | TV | Lady Violet Bridgerton | 8.0/10 |
| Cleaner (2025) | Movie | Claire Hume | 6.6/10 | |
| Luke Thompson avg 6.3/10 | Transatlantic (2023) | TV | Hiram 'Harry' Bingham | 6.3/10 |
| Misbehaviour (2020) | Movie | Peter Hain | 6.4/10 | |
| Yerin Ha avg 7.0/10 | Halo (2022) | TV | Kwan Ha | 8.2/10 |
| Dune: Prophecy (2024) | TV | Young Kasha Jinjo | 7.2/10 | |
| The Survivors (2025) | TV | Mia Chang | 6.6/10 | |
| Sissy (2022) | Movie | Tracey | 6.1/10 |
Season by Season
| Season | First aired | Episodes | Avg episode rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 25, 2020 | 8 | 6.6/10 |
| 2 | Mar 25, 2022 | 8 | 6.6/10 |
| 3 | May 16, 2024 | 8 | 6.7/10 |
| 4 | Jan 29, 2026 | 8 | 6.1/10 |
| 5 | — | 0 | — |
The best-rated season in this sample is season 3 (6.7/10), whose top episode is "Out of the Shadows" (7.2/10).
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads |
|---|
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 13, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
Shows Like Bridgerton
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (2023) | 8.0/10 | Young Queen Charlotte's marriage to King George of England sparks an epic love story and transforms high society in this "Bridgerton" universe… |
| Belgravia: The Next Chapter (2024) | 7.5/10 | Belgravia, 1871. |
| The Gilded Age (2022) | 7.7/10 | It's 1882 and the Gilded Age is in full swing when Marian Brook moves in with her rigidly conventional aunts in New York City. |
| House of Guinness (2025) | 7.5/10 | Dublin, 1868. |
| The House of the Spirits (2026) | 8.5/10 | The epic tale of a proud and passionate family, secret loves, and bloody revolution. |
| The Girlfriend (2025) | 7.1/10 | Laura has it all: a glittering career, a loving husband, and her precious son, Daniel. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of Bridgerton?
On November 13, 2026 the IMDb rating was 7.5/10 from 233,823 votes. It changes as people vote.
Is Bridgerton one of the best-rated 2020 series?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #24 of 124 English-language titles with at least 200 votes, as of November 13, 2026.
How many seasons does Bridgerton have?
Bridgerton has 5 season(s) and 32 episode(s) listed on TMDB. Status: Returning Series.
Who stars in Bridgerton?
Ruth Gemmell, Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Luke Newton, Claudia Jessie.
Data checked on November 13, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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