Meghan Markle’s influence on Netflix is poised to shape the streaming landscape as analysts predict a surge in legal dramas, drawing inspiration from the triumph of her popular series, ‘Suits.’ According to The Times, the phenomenon dubbed as the “Markle Sparkle” has fueled a substantial demand for legal dramas, evident in the remarkable viewership surge for ‘Suits’ this year.
The overwhelming success of the legal drama is expected to serve as a catalyst for an array of similar productions on the small screen. Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO of Netflix, shared insights with investors, forecasting, “I would argue next year you’ll probably see a bunch of lawyer shows.”
Sarandos further explained Netflix’s strategy, highlighting a departure from other streaming platforms that heavily rely on older content. Instead, Netflix plans to leverage the success of its prior releases as a blueprint for future projects. Sarandos illustrated this approach, stating, “Sony is making a movie of Cobra Kai. Why are they doing that? Because Cobra Kai was a monster on Netflix.”
Meghan Markle herself recently described ‘Suits’ as ‘everlasting’ during an interview with Variety. She expressed her appreciation for the show, emphasizing the enjoyable experience of working with the cast and crew during her seven-season tenure. In a media landscape where binge-worthy shows with a substantial number of episodes are rare, Markle’s acknowledgment reinforces the enduring allure of quality productions.
As Netflix prepares to capitalize on the “Markle Sparkle,” viewers can anticipate an influx of legal dramas, marking a new chapter influenced by the Duchess’s impact on the streaming giant’s content strategy.
