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Fox News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry face ‘pitiful plummet in popularity' as they reportedly lose Netflix deal: expert
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's five-year Netflix deal will likely expire quietly, experts tell Fox News Digital following reports it won't be renewed. "There are whispers that Harry and Meghan's Netflix deal will expire quietly. I can't imagine that either party would want to shout this news over the rooftops. They will hope it's a smooth transition," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard tells Fox News Digital. She says the Sussexes' "star attraction has taken a nose dive." The royal couple signed the five-year deal with Netflix in 2020, shortly after they stepped down as senior royals and left the U.K. Their debut docuseries "Harry & Meghan" remains the streaming platform's most-watched debut, according to People magazine, but their other series such as "With Love, Meghan" and "Heart of Invictus" haven't fared as well. "The majority of their material has received poor viewing figures and there doesn't seem to be suitable appeal for any new productions starring the duo," Chard adds. "The court of public opinion is key here. The public do not feel kindly toward them. They trashed their family, created a huge amount of damage and monetized off of the back of the attacks." Royal expert Ian Pelham Turner tells Fox News Digital that the loss of the Netflix deal will be a "major blow" for the couple and could incentivize them to move back to the U.K. as has been a rumored consideration recently. "They obviously have a lavish lifestyle, and it was always thought that Netflix saw the duo as the jewel in the crown for their platform," he says. He adds that "Meghan has become the Harry Houdini in sorting out financial safety," and "other platforms of equal note may make counteroffers. They are certainly not down and out yet." Indeed, even if the Netflix deal isn't renewed this September, the second season of Markle's lifestyle series "With Love, Meghan" will be premiering around the same time and the couple could be poised to sign a first-look deal with the platform for any projects they have on the horizon. Royal expert Hilary Fordwich agrees that Netflix would prefer the contract quietly expire. "Cancellation is a proper response to ghastly ratings since the only project they produced with financial benefit to Netflix was their initial mudslinging at the royal family docuseries 'Harry & Meghan,'" she says. "It was rather foolish to have filmed two seasons without even waiting to inculcate the audience response to the first season of MM's lifestyle show [With Love, Meghan]." She adds that audiences were "more interested in lurid royal betrayals than actually anything to do with the couple or high ratings would have continued. Public fascination was merely driven by the controversy and inside royal details being spewed, but neither H nor M themselves have proven to be of interest… Their betrayal of their own family was tasteless and tacky. This negative sentiment was also felt on both sides of the Atlantic, given their pitiful plummet in popularity. " Markle has recently seen success with the launch of her lifestyle brand As Ever, which has repeatedly sold out of its limited featured products such as candles and jam. Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams says he sees Netflix's partnership in As Ever as the only reason the platform would want to renew part of the deal. "Their CEO Ted Sarandos did praise Meghan relatively recently, but he hadn't seen the terrible ratings which showed 'With Love, Meghan,' her much-touted cookery series, had been almost totally ignored by viewers," he says. Fitzwilliams says the couple were warned that Harry's "Polo" documentary wouldn't do well because it's an "elitist" sport, and although "Heart of Invictus" was "worthy," it was "never likely to draw in the crowds." "What did was 'Harry & Meghan,' the six-part docuseries which trashed the royal family," he says. "That, it seems, is all they have to offer. 'With Love, Meghan' series 2, was unwisely filmed back to back with the first and almost certainly will flop." He adds, "Without the reported $100 million contract with Netflix, having been dropped by Spotify and with no plans to do further podcasts in the 'Confessions of a Female Founder' series, the Sussexes hopes rest on Meghan making a success of As Ever. This leaves Harry with little to do. If they don't exploit their royal connections, it will emphasize yet again that the Sussexes have precious little to offer and this will be humiliating." Fox News Digital has reached out to Archewell and Netflix for comment.
Graziadaily
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Could With Love, Meghan Season Two Be Cancelled?
Reports have surfaced that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's multi-year Netflix deal is about to come to an end, leaving fans questioning whether season two of With Love, Meghan will ever see the light of day. The couple's five-year $100 million Netflix deal will reportedly not be renewed when it expires this September. An insider told The Sun , 'There's no animosity from either side. Things have just run their course.' But where does this leave season two of With Love, Meghan ? Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix deal may have come to an end, but this doesn't mean With Love, Meghan will be written off. Season two has already been filmed and was scheduled to premiere this autumn. So far, there's been nothing to suggest that this latest update has led to any cancellation. The promotional content is still up and no announcements have been made. It appears season two of With Love, Meghan will still be streamed, as the final product of the Sussex's million-dollar deal. As for a third season, it's not known whether this is still a possibility. The end of their current contract doesn't rule out future seasons of the show, or stop Netflix doing any other projects with the couple. According to an insider, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos is still on very good terms with the Duchess, and isn't shutting off the option of a 'one-off project' further down the line. It's possible then that we will see Harry and Meghan return to the streaming platform – but from September, they'll no longer be under the current contract. In 2022, the former working royals made history with their bombshell Harry & Meghan – which is still Netflix's most-watched docuseries. However, the couple didn't reach the same heights with their following projects. Harry's Polo docuseries reportedly received just 500,000 views in the first half of 2025, while Heart of Invictus failed to break into the Netflix Top 10 charts in both America and Britain. Despite garnering mixed reviews, With Love, Meghan was a much-needed success. The show ranked in Netflix's top 10 global shows within a week of its release in March, amassing 2.6 million views. Shortly after the premiere, Netflix confirmed that season two had already been shot and would be hitting our screens later this year. Filmed in Montecito, California, the series follows Meghan as she invites famous friends and foodies into the kitchen – including Mindy Kaling and Alice Waters. In the Duchess's own words, 'The series is about doing what you can do, and doing it with love.' Season two is expected to be pretty similar to the format of season one, with Meghan once again serving as executive producer. However, we will be seeing a new set of famous faces. Model Chrissy Teigen and chef Jose Andres were the first names to be announced earlier this year, with Meghan saying, 'I've been fortunate to have the people that I want on the show… I've been really lucky. We have a great, great lineup.' Fans were surprised during season one that the stunning Californian mansion on the show didn't turn out to be Meghan and Harry's real home. Instead, it was a property rented specifically for filming. But while the house wasn't as authentically Sussex as some hoped, the family did play a part in the show. Prince Harry made a brief appearance, with the couple's children – Archie, six, and Lilibet, four – also having their moment. Opening up about filming the series, Meghan revealed, 'Archie did the [filming clapboard!] Sweet moments. They would also come with my husband and visit me on set. I loved that my children were able to watch me working and see the balance of that and understand what Mama does and is working to create and share. It was really special because up until then, they hadn't seen me at work.' Charlotte Roberts is a writer at Grazia UK. She spends her days covering everything celebrity, pop culture, and entertainment.
India Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's $100 million Netflix deal to end without renewal
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's content deal with Netflix is reportedly set to conclude later this year. Signed in 2020, the deal is valued at approximately $100 million. It permitted the couple creative autonomy over content centred on mental health, social justice, and lifestyle per a report by The Sun, the deal will not be renewed as both parties agree the collaboration has "run its course." It quoted a source as saying that there is "no animosity from either side," adding that Netflix "got all it can from the couple." This shift also reflects broader changes in Netflix's content strategy. It will move away from long-term exclusive contracts towards individual project Duke and Duchess of Sussex entered the agreement shortly after stepping back from royal duties and relocating to the United States. Their most notable project under this collaboration was the 2022 docuseries 'Harry & Meghan'. It achieved the status of the most-watched documentary debut on Netflix. Additional projects included 'Live to Lead', 'Heart of Invictus', 'With Love, Meghan' and the animated series 'Pearl,' although the latter was eventually cancelled. These projects highlighted their commitment to impactful storytelling and social early successes, recent projects have not matched initial expectations. The couple's latest venture, 'Polo', attracted around 500,000 viewers. It is a significant drop from their earlier non-renewal of the Sussexes' deal signifies a potential shift in the couple's media trajectory. For fans and industry observers, it marks a period of transition in how the royal couple engages with global entertainment couple's foray into Hollywood has been marked by both triumphs and challenges. It reflected the complexities of transitioning from royal life to the entertainment industry. As this chapter ends, both Netflix and the Sussexes appear poised to explore new opportunities and collaborations that align with their respective visions and goals.- EndsMust Watch
Mint
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Netflix won't renew $100 million deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle: Report
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's high-profile, multi-year content partnership with Netflix, reportedly worth $100 million, is set to end later this year, and according to The Sun, it will not be renewed. The couple signed the landmark deal in 2020, shortly after stepping back from their royal duties and relocating to California. The agreement gave the Duke and Duchess of Sussex full creative control under their banner, Archewell Productions, with a focus on content related to mental health, social justice, and lifestyle. While the deal led to a flurry of anticipation and headlines, insiders say the relationship has now 'run its course.' Speaking to The Sun, a source said there is 'no animosity from either side,' and that Netflix feels it has 'got all it can from the couple.' The most successful product of the collaboration was the 2022 docuseries Harry & Meghan, which became the most-watched documentary debut on Netflix. Other projects included Live to Lead, the Heart of Invictus documentary, and the animated series Pearl (which was later cancelled). The couple's lifestyle series With Love, Meghan entered Netflix's global Top 10 upon debut and is set to return for Season 2 this fall. Their latest project, Polo, executive produced by the couple, reportedly garnered around 500,000 views, far lower than earlier content. According to People magazine, Netflix's decision is part of a broader content strategy shift. The streaming giant is reportedly moving away from long-term exclusive talent deals and focusing more on project-based collaborations. That said, there may still be room for future collaborations. Page Six reports that Netflix is in talks to sign a first-look deal with the couple after the current agreement ends, allowing the platform early access to pitches from the Sussexes. For fans of the royal couple and global entertainment watchers, the non-renewal signals a potential change in the couple's media strategy and a reflection of how streaming platforms are re-evaluating content partnerships in the post-pandemic era. As Netflix tightens budgets and focuses on ROI-driven content, the end of a $100 million deal with the Sussexes marks the close of a buzzy but uneven chapter in the royal couple's Hollywood journey.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's $100 million Netflix deal won't be renewed. What it means for With Love, Meghan
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's multi-year content partnership with Netflix will not be renewed after its expiry in September this year, People magazine reported. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are believed to have signed a $100 million agreement with Netflix in 2020. But the agreement will now conclude without renewal. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle signed a $100 million agreement with Netflix in 2020. The couple signed the deal with the streaming platform after their departure from the official royal duties and the decision to relocate to California. Under their production banner, Archewell Productions, Harry and Meghan were granted creative freedom from the service to come up with programs aimed at mental health, social justice, and lifestyle, according to Parade magazine. Why is Netflix ending partnership with Prince Harry, Meghan Markle? An insider told The Sun that there is 'no animosity from either side,' and things have 'just run their course.' Also Read: Prince William saw through Meghan Markle's 'plan' of marrying Harry? Royal expert's explosive claim The source stated that the streaming platform was 'clever' enough to get a lot of viewers through their first documentary series, and 'knew, realistically, it would prove the zenith of content from the Montecito pair.' 'The content got weaker from there on... anything was better than nothing,' said the insider, adding that the platform feels they have 'got all they can from the couple.' Another source told People magazine the latest decision reflects a major shift in Netflix's content strategy as it looks forward to shifting away from multi-year talent deals to flexible, project-specific arrangements. As part of their deal, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle released five projects on the platform, with their 2022 docuseries, Harry & Meghan, being the most-watched documentary debut on Netflix. Other projects were Live to Lead, Pearl (which was later cancelled), Heart of Invictus documentary and With Love, Meghan. Polo, which recently came out on Netflix and was executive produced by the couple, garnered 500,000 views. With Love, Meghan, which climbed to the global Top 10 on the week of its debut on Netflix, will have its Season 2 premiere this fall. According to Page Six, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to lock a first-look deal with Netflix when their current deal expires later this year. The potential deal will grant the streamer early access to the Sussexes' future pitches. FAQs: 1. How much did Harry and Meghan get from Netflix? They signed a deal worth $100 million with the streaming platform. 2. Is Netflix done with Harry and Meghan? Netflix has apparently decided not to renew the contract when it expires in September. 3. Are Harry and Meghan still together? Yes, they reside with their children in the US.
