10 Romance Movies To Watch if You Love 'Bridgerton' Season 4

Fans of the Cinderella-type story of Bridgerton Season 4 will also enjoy romance movies like Ever After, Crazy Rich Asians, and Maid in Manhattan.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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If Bridgerton Season 4 left you pining for more masquerade balls, carriage hookups, and aristocrats who can't quite keep their hands (or hearts) to themselves, then do we have good news for you, gentle readers. You don't have to wait for the next season of Netflix's hit series to get your Regency-style romance fix. Whether it's maids posing as society ladies, young women scheming to outwit eligible bachelors, or modern retellings of that slipper-losing Disney classic, these films give you all the charm, wit, and drama of London's ton, just without the narration from Lady Whistledown.

Why it matters

These romance movies provide a similar feel and themes to Bridgerton Season 4, allowing fans to continue enjoying the Regency-era romance, drama, and social dynamics while they wait for the next season of the hit Netflix series.

The details

The list of 10 romance movies includes classics like Ever After and My Fair Lady, modern adaptations like Crazy Rich Asians and Maid in Manhattan, and recent releases like Mr. Malcolm's List and the 2020 version of Emma. Each film features elements that Bridgerton fans will appreciate, such as class divides, strong female protagonists, witty banter, and lavish period settings.

  • The movies span from the 1960s to 2022, providing a range of Regency-inspired romance options for fans to enjoy.

The players

Drew Barrymore

An American actress who starred in the 1998 film Ever After, a Cinderella retelling set in 16th-century France.

Julia Ormond

A British actress who played the title role in the 1995 film Sabrina, a remake of the Audrey Hepburn classic.

Gugu Mbatha-Raw

A British actress who portrayed Dido Elizabeth Belle, a mixed-race woman raised by aristocracy, in the 2013 film Belle.

Lily James

A British actress who starred as Cinderella in the 2015 live-action Disney remake of the classic fairy tale.

Anya Taylor-Joy

An American-Argentine actress who played the title role in the 2020 film Emma., a modern adaptation of the Jane Austen novel.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

These romance movies offer Bridgerton fans a diverse array of Regency-inspired stories, from classic fairy tale retellings to modern adaptations, providing an engaging way to continue enjoying the charm, drama, and social dynamics of the Ton while awaiting the next season of the hit Netflix series.