Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is set to be the fourth and final film in the Bridget Jones franchise, with Renée Zellweger reprising her iconic role as the lovably imperfect Bridget. The movie, which will release on Peacock, will showcase a major life shift for Bridget, who now juggles motherhood, her career, and new romantic interests.
In Mad About the Boy, Bridget is a widowed mother of two, navigating the challenges of life and the arrival of both old and new love interests. The film explores her ongoing journey of personal growth and romance, bringing both heartwarming moments and humor. Zellweger will be joined by returning cast members Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Sarah Solemani, and Sally Phillips. New additions to the ensemble include Leo Woodall, Isla Fisher, and Chiwetel Ejiofor.
The official synopsis teases that Bridget’s life is looking up as she has a great job as a screenwriter, a loving family, and even a new boyfriend. However, her new relationship, which involves a significant age gap (over twenty years younger than her), brings its own set of challenges.
Directed by Michael Morris, the film’s script is penned by Helen Fielding, the author of the third Bridget Jones novel. Hugh Grant, who returns in his role, previously shared that reading the script nearly moved him to tears. He praised the emotional depth of the story, noting that it was based on Fielding’s personal experience of losing her husband and raising children alone. “It’s got a huge amount of heart… It made me cry. Have I made it sound too dumb? It’s also extremely funny,” Grant shared with People magazine.
Fans of the franchise can expect a mix of heartfelt moments and the quirky, comedic charm that made Bridget Jones a beloved character. The film promises to be a fitting conclusion to her journey.
