Netflix announces release date for new Shonda Rhimes period drama

The show is based on Julia Quinn’s bestselling series of novels, and will air on the streaming platform on 25 December.

Legendary actress Julie Andrews is set to voice the pivotal character of Lady Whistledown, the narrator of the show.

Set in Regency London, the series follows the eight siblings of the powerful Bridgerton family as they attempt to find love.

The show, created by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shondaland’s Rhimes and Betsy Beers, stars Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Page in the lead roles of Daphne Bridgerton and the Duke of Hasting respectively.

See all the recently-released snaps from the upcoming drama below: