According to the streaming behemoth, over the previous five years, the Regency-era drama—which is renowned for its extravagant costumes and lighthearted take on historical romance—supported nearly 5,000 local businesses.
The amount, which Netflix calculated internally, is believed to include both direct and indirect expenses related to the show’s production as it moves into the second part of its third season.
It excludes additional Bridgerton advantages like higher pay for employees or TV show-related events and activities like high tea, themed tours, travel, and any store that sells items.
The show is filmed in Bath, London, and Surrey even though it is set in Mayfair, London.
In celebration of the show’s success, executive producer Shonda Rhimes, the creator of the Bridgerton production firm Shondaland, launched trading at the London Stock Exchange on Friday.
The 54-year-old stated: “The Bridgerton world holds a unique place in culture, striking a chord with people of all ages, sparking discussions, igniting trends, and having an impact on everything from weddings to baby names.
The UK economy has benefited greatly from the events, with thousands of jobs and businesses supported and the economy growing by a quarter of a billion pounds in only the previous five years.
