Hugh Sachs as Brimsley and Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte in "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story."
Mandatory Credit:	Liam Daniel/Netflix

Hugh Sachs as Brimsley and Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte in "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story."
Mandatory Credit: Liam Daniel/Netflix

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'Queen Charlotte' spins 'Bridgerton' into franchise territory with a regal origin story

Setting aside whether the world really needs the equivalent of a "Bridgerton Cinematic Universe," Netflix has taken that predictable plunge with "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story," a cleverly constructed prequel to producer Shonda Rhimes' media darling. Reaching back to the origins of supporting players, the limited series offers additional insight to how this sumptuous society came to be, while showcasing its more mature denizens.