Netflix shares Bridgerton viewing figures

Phoebe Dynevor (Tim Ireland/PA)

Raunchy period drama Bridgerton is projected to be watched by 63 million households in its first four weeks, Netflix has said.

The hit series, starring British actress Phoebe Dynevor and Derry Girls star Nicola Coughlan as debutantes in Regency London, has been one of the most talked about TV shows since it launched on the streaming service on Christmas Day.