Season 3 of Bridgerton blew many fans away and for good reason!
Season 3 is all about Colin and Penelope and whether their friendship can turn into something more. At the start of Episode 1, Colin comes back from his travels, more mature and ready to settle down. Penelope, on the other hand, wants to step out of her books and finally find her own romance. Both are ready for something new but it’s only a matter of time before things get complicated.
Disclaimer: This blog post contains spoilers for Season 3 of Bridgerton.
In a not-so-unexpected plot to the series, Penelope and Colin fall hopelessly in love. But Penelope’s secret as Lady Whistledown is exposed by Eloise, leaving her torn. Eloise gives Penelope an ultimatum about Colin, and Penelope fears her secret will destroy them.
This season is full of love, betrayal, and secrets, making it hard to turn away from our screens. Now, we decided to take a look at some of the best and worst episodes from Season 3, according to fans.
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Season 3 Episode 4 – Old Friends
In Bridgerton Season 3, Episode 4, Penelope is initially set to get engaged to the wealthy and well-connected Lord DeBling, much to her mother’s delight. However, in a surprising twist, Colin makes a scene and causes Lord Debling to reconsider his potential future with Penelope. This leaves Penelope stunned and questioning everything.
Later, the tension between Colin and Penelope reaches a head when they finally confront their feelings for each other in a passionate carriage scene.
Season 3 Episode 5 – Tick Tock
After the events of episode 4, Colin’s feelings for Penelope grow, as he plans for their future together. The new couple also share an intimate moment in bed.
Meanwhile, Penelope faces increasing pressure as Lady Whistledown’s identity continues to hang over her, and her relationship with Eloise becomes more strained.
Season 3 Episode 2 – How Bright the Moon
Penelope is eager to find love, so she steps into society and starts making her presence known. She begins private lessons on how to charm suitors, hoping to make a good impression thanks to her best friend Colin. Meanwhile, a stunning debutante catches the queen’s attention.
Season 3 Episode 3 – Forces of Nature
The episode is focused on Penelope and Colin as their relationship continues to evolve. Penelope is still struggling with her identity as Lady Whistledown and keeping her feelings for Colin hidden, especially as she becomes more involved in London’s high society.
Colin, on the other hand, is facing his own emotional turmoil as he starts to question his true feelings for Penelope.
Season 3 Episode 3 – Out of the Shadows
In Bridgerton Season 3, Episode 1, titled “Out of the Shadows,” the episode marks the beginning of Penelope’s journey into society as she tries to find love. After watching from the sidelines, Penelope is ready to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight, hoping to make a name for herself and find a suitor. Meanwhile, Colin has returned from his travels.
Season 3 Episode 6 – Romancing Mr Bridgerton
In Bridgerton Season 3, Episode 4, everyone is left shocked after Cressida Cowper falsely claims to be Lady Whistledown.
As gossip spreads, the pressure on Penelope to keep her secret becomes challenging. While everyone remains suspicious, Penelope’s fear grows as her carefully constructed double life begins to unravel. Meanwhile, Francesca Bridgerton continues to pursue Lord John Stirling, the Earl of Kilmartin.
Season 3 Episode 7 – Joining of Hands
A shocking column stirs up a storm, reigniting the queen’s relentless search for the true identity of Lady Whistledown. Elsewhere in the episode, Colin and Penelope prepare for the hotly anticipated wedding.
Season 3 Episode 8 – Into the Light
The series finale is explosive. In the final episode of Bridgerton Season 3, the long-awaited truth about Lady Whistledown is finally revealed. However, a downcast and fearful Penelope explains her reasons for staying silent – believing that revealing the truth would ruin everything, including her chance at a relationship with Colin.
However, the tense episode ends as Penelope and Colin navigate the next steps in their romantic relationship. A perfect ending for everyone’s two favorite characters.