Bridget Jones Returns in ‘Mad About the Boy’ – Are Fans Ready?

Hollywood’s obsession with sequels continues with Bridget Jones 4: Mad About the Boy. Based on Helen Fielding’s 2013 novel, the film sees Renée Zellweger back as the clumsy but lovable Bridget, joined by Hugh Grant’s cheeky Daniel Cleaver. Missing, however, is Colin Firth’s Mark Darcy, whose character tragically met his end off-screen.

While the earlier films brought relatable charm and humor, this sequel takes a darker, more complex tone. Bridget is now in her 50s, navigating motherhood, loss, dating apps, and even reuniting with an old flame. The mix of humor and sadness promised by Hugh Grant has sparked curiosity, but some fans wonder if this installment will recapture the series’ original magic or if it’s time for Bridget to retire gracefully.