Hugh Grant has revealed that the upcoming Bridget Jones film is going to be quite poignant. The fourth installment in the beloved series, titled Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, is scheduled to hit theaters on Valentine’s Day 2025. Grant will be returning to portray the charming yet unreliable Daniel Cleaver, alongside Renee Zellweger who reprises her role as the titular character.
During a recent appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Grant shared that while the film includes its fair share of humor, it also delves into deeper, more melancholic themes. He indicated that it is “very, very sad” and expressed how surprised he was with the direction of his character’s storyline. Grant, who did not feature in the previous film, noted that he initially felt there was no clear place for him in the new plot. Nevertheless, he collaborated with the filmmakers to develop a compelling narrative for Cleaver, emphasizing that at his character’s age, his pursuits can’t just revolve around chasing younger women in modern London.
The screenplay for this latest entry in the Bridget Jones franchise is based on the latest novel by Helen Fielding, which was published in 2013. Fans of the series can expect a blend of humor and heartfelt moments as the characters navigate the complexities of their lives.
As excitement grows for this new chapter in Bridget Jones’s life, it’s clear that this film aims to explore not just laughter but also the bittersweet realities of growing older and the challenges that come with it.