Netflix Drops Meghan and Harry: $100M Deal Ends Without Renewal
A source confirmed to PEOPLE that the decision not to extend the deal reflects a broader shift in Netflix's content strategy, which has moved away from big-budget, multi-project agreements. The source also emphasized that there is 'no animosity' between either party and that the collaboration has 'just run its course.'
Despite the non-renewal, future partnerships remain possible. Meghan's lifestyle show With Love, Meghan is set to return for a second season this fall, and the Duchess's lifestyle brand As Ever, which launched in collaboration with Netflix, continues to perform well with several sold-out product drops.
The couple's past projects under Netflix had mixed results. Their 2022 docuseries Harry & Meghan remains the most-watched documentary debut on the platform. However, recent projects like Polo saw lower viewership numbers. Industry insiders note that Netflix achieved its goal by securing the headline-making early content from the couple—content that may have marked the peak of public interest in their media ventures.
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