Bridgerton’s Long-Awaited Benedict Season Plays It Too Safe

While predictable plots are common—and even comforting—in romance novels and series, the popular show Bridgerton is starting to feel repetitive after five seasons. The latest season focuses on Benedict Bridgerton, an artist played by Luke Thompson, and seemed like a good chance to try something new. However, the story feels too familiar, even though the actors are charming and it’s still easy to watch. Ultimately, it’s a disappointingly safe approach.