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Watch: ‘Queen Charlotte,’ The ‘Bridgerton’ Prequel Trailer & First-Look Photos Revealed

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. India Amarteifio as Young Queen Charlotte in episode 105 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2023

We are looking forward to the prequel spinoff series of ‘Bridgerton’ called ‘Queen Charlotte',’ which is set to release on May 4.

The first trailer for the series has been released, giving viewers a glimpse of what they can expect from the show. Drama, love, and frustration seem to be on the horizon as the series follows Queen Charlotte’s rise to power and prominence. The show will focus on how the young queen’s marriage to King George sparked both a great love story and a societal shift, creating the world of the Ton inherited by the characters in Bridgerton.

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Corey Mylchreest as Young King George in episode 104 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Nick Wall/Netflix © 2023

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. (L to R) Cyril Nri as Lord Danbury, Arsema Thomas as Young Agatha Danbury in episode 101 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2023

Queen Charlotte will feature a star-studded cast, with Golda Rosheuvel reprising her role as Queen Charlotte, Adjoa Andoh returning as Lady Agatha Danbury, and Ruth Gemmell as Lady Violet Bridgerton. The series will also introduce new characters played by Michelle Fairley, Corey Mylchreest, and Arsema Thomas.

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. (L to R) Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte, James Fleet as King George in episode 104 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2023

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. (L to R) Corey Mylchreest as Young King George, India Amarteifio as Young Queen Charlotte, Michelle Fairley as Princess Augusta in episode 103 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Liam Daniel/Netflix

Fans of Bridgerton can look forward to seeing the origins of the world they fell in love with. From the intricate costumes to the steamy romance, Queen Charlotte is sure to be a hit with fans. With Shonda Rhimes at the helm, viewers can expect a well-crafted story that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. (L to R) Richard Cunningham as Lord Bute, Neil Edmond as Earl Harcourt, Michelle Fairley as Princess Augusta in episode 101 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2023

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Connie Jenkins-Greig as Young Violet Ledger in episode 103 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2023

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. (L to R) Ruth Gemmell as Violet Bridgerton, Adjoa Andoh as Lady Agatha Danbury in episode 106 of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Cr. Nick Wall/Netflix © 2023