The fate of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s lucrative partnership with Netflix appears to be in question, raising concerns as the couple currently lacks active creative projects.
Having inked a significant five-year, $100 million (£78 million) deal with Netflix after stepping down from their senior royal roles in 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex entered the world of streaming with high expectations. However, recent reports suggest that the renewal of their collaboration with the streaming giant may be encountering challenges.
The couple’s Netflix debut featured an explosive documentary series exploring the intricacies of the royal family, proving to be financially beneficial for the streaming platform. Despite this success, PR expert Mayah Riaz, commenting on the controversial docuseries, conveyed to The Mirror that “Netflix knows that its partnership with Harry and Meghan would not be without controversy.”
Riaz suggests that Netflix might not expect consistently high viewership figures for every project involving the royal couple. Moreover, she speculates that Meghan and Harry may feel challenged in providing fresh and compelling content to Netflix as they embark on revitalizing their careers in the coming years.
Considering these factors, the expert concludes that the partnership may not be renewed, leaving the future collaboration between the Sussexes and Netflix uncertain. As fans and industry observers eagerly await further developments, the potential departure of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry from the streaming giant raises questions about the trajectory of their post-royal endeavors.
