Bridgerton's Biggest Problem Got Nothing To Do With Its Plot Holes
Dedicated fans are annoyed by the lack of interest in the Bridgerton franchise from the show's own marketing team, think they fail to capitalize on the hype.
December 25 was a special day for any hardcore Bridgerton fan. It is the day Season 1 of the historical-romance series premiered on Netflix in 2020. The show revolving around the Bridgerton family quickly won the love of millions of viewers and broke several records during its two-season run. Both seasons became the most-watched English-language series on Netflix at the time of their respective premieres.
The show garnered a huge fanbase who are looking forward to both Season 3 and the spinoff called Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. The spinoff will be a limited series focusing on the life of young Queen Charlotte, her rise to prominence and power.
Like any other popular show, Bridgerton has its haters who often point out some flaws and plot holes the show has. But its biggest problem is not inconsistencies in storylines. Even long-term fans admit that the show needs to be better at marketing. Many frustrated fans feel that there are not enough new materials to engage them between seasons that are already released at longer intervals than other regular shows.
Bridgerton has a unique vibe that draws viewers into the lives of characters living and getting into relationships in the early 1800s Regency period. Many fans have a hard time getting back to the real world after watching addictive romantic storylines. The desire to get something more is only natural. But the creators are hesitant to jump on the Bridgerton hype.
On December 25 this year, fans were waiting for something discussion-worthy from the marketing team but got nothing. With Season 2 being released nine months ago and the spinoff coming sometime next year probably prior to Season 3, now is a perfect time to give fans anything that will spark their interest: the release date or any new information about either Season 3 or the spinoff, new behind-the-scenes photos or videos, promo photo shoots depicting beloved characters, anything that could give a much-needed burst to the interseason lull and help capitalize on the hype fans are already creating.
When it takes almost a year to film one season and the marketing team only gives the fanbase behind-the-scenes crumbs from past seasons, fans might eventually get annoyed and lose interest.