What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Duke and I
Julia Quinn · Book
If you loved The Duke and I, start with Bridgerton (Chris Van Dusen, 2020) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 2 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Duke and I across media.
If you loved The Duke and I, you will crave these stories of aristocratic scandal, sharp wit, and high-stakes Regency courtship.
Films on the same thread
Pride & Prejudice
Film · 2005
Shares a thread with The Duke and I: Regency Romance.
Much like the social maneuvering in The Duke and I, this film explores the rigid expectations of the marriage market and the complexities of finding love within landed gentry.
The Duchess
Saul Dibb · Film · 2008
Explores: arranged marriage, female oppression, political intrigue.
Readers who enjoyed the public scrutiny and aristocratic pressure in The Duke and I will recognize the heavy weight of scandal and reputation defining the life of this duchess.
My Fair Lady
George Cukor · Film · 1964
Explores: Transformation, Social Mobility, Class Differences.
The transformation of a woman to navigate high society mirrors the social climbing found in The Duke and I, offering a similarly witty take on class and personal identity.
Love & Friendship
Whit Stillman · Film · 2016
Shares a thread with The Duke and I: Social Climbing.
Fans of the cunning social strategies in The Duke and I will appreciate this sharp exploration of romantic intrigue and the clever manipulation of manners to secure a future.
Series on the same thread
Bridgerton
Chris Van Dusen · Series · 2020
Shares a thread with The Duke and I: Regency Romance.
As the direct adaptation of the world established in The Duke and I, this series deepens the exploration of the Regency marriage market, family secrets, and forbidden romantic entanglements.
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Shonda Rhimes · Series · 2023
Shares a thread with The Duke and I: Regency Romance.
This story expands upon the societal shift and royal marriage dynamics that set the stage for the Ton, providing essential context for the world you discovered in The Duke and I.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Archers
Podcast
Explores: family life, community, farming.
While The Duke and I focuses on historical courtship, this serialized drama offers the same immersive, long-form exploration of complex family relationships and community dynamics you enjoyed in the book.
Literature and History
Doug Metzger · Podcast · 2026
If the historical context of The Duke and I captured your interest, this podcast provides the deep cultural history behind the literary works that shaped the genre's enduring appeal.
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Common questions
Is The Duke and I the book that inspired the Netflix series?
Yes, The Duke and I by Julia Quinn serves as the source material for the Netflix series titled Bridgerton. The story follows the relationship between Daphne Bridgerton and the Duke of Hastings as they collude to improve her reputation.
How long is the unabridged audiobook of The Duke and I?
The unabridged audiobook version of The Duke and I has a total runtime of 12 hours and 9 minutes. The recording is narrated by Rosalyn Landor.
Who narrates the audiobook version of The Duke and I?
The unabridged audiobook of The Duke and I is read by narrator Rosalyn Landor. The recording lasts for 12 hours and 9 minutes.
What is the main plot premise of The Duke and I?
In The Duke and I, Daphne Bridgerton works with the Duke of Hastings to form a collusion. This arrangement is designed to help boost Daphne's reputation within society, which serves as the foundation for the plot of the Bridgerton series.