Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy

Widowed Bridget decides to re‑enter the dating scene. She becomes caught between her son’s science teacher and a much younger man, set against a romantic‑comedy backdrop. Renée Zellweger stars as Bridget, and the plot follows her attempts to navigate love and loss.

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is a programme presented as a movie, firmly placed in the romantic comedy genre. The title signals a continuation of the well‑known Bridget Jones franchise, and the format is that of a full‑length feature rather than episodic content, ensuring a continuous narrative flow. The story follows Bridget, who has recently become a widow. Determined to re‑engage with the dating world, she finds herself torn between two very different prospects: the science teacher employed by her son’s school, and a considerably younger gentleman who also shows interest. Both men vie for her attention, and she must decide which of the two suitors aligns best with her new circumstances. The film stars Renee Zellweger, who reprises the role of Bridget. As the central figure, her character navigates the complexities of new romance after loss, providing the narrative’s core focus. Zellweger’s portrayal continues the character’s blend of vulnerability and wit, tying the production directly to the established tone of the series. In keeping with its romantic comedy roots, the plot centres on Bridget’s attempts to balance the affection offered by the older, familiar teacher and the allure of the younger suitor. The contrast between the teacher’s established presence and the younger man’s fresh perspective creates the central comedic tension, driving the humour and emotional beats throughout the programme and offering a fresh chapter in Bridget’s love life.