Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have received a lifeline from Netflix, as the streaming service has decided to extend their partnership with the couple. Initially, there were rumors that Netflix was considering ending their contract with Harry and Meghan once it expires later this year. However, the new agreement will give Netflix a first-look deal for any new project ideas that the couple comes up with. This will allow Netflix to pass on projects that they are not interested in, giving Harry and Meghan the opportunity to pitch them to other outlets.
This extension of their partnership comes at a crucial time for the couple, as Meghan’s podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, has been put on indefinite hiatus, and her As Ever brand is struggling to sell new products. The new deal with Netflix will give them the support they need to continue creating content and expanding their brand.
Meghan expressed her excitement about the extended partnership with Netflix, stating that she and Harry are proud to work with their partners to create content that resonates globally. Their upcoming projects include the second season of Meghan’s lifestyle and cooking show, With Love, Meghan, as well as a Christmas special set to air in December. The holiday show promises to bring warmth, tradition, and joy to viewers around the world.
Harry is also working on new projects, including the film Meet Me at the Lake, based on a best-selling romance novel, and the short documentary Masaka Kids, A Rhythm Within, which follows orphaned Ugandan children finding joy through dance. However, Harry’s previous project, the docuseries Polo, was not well-received, ranking low in viewership among Netflix shows.
Despite some setbacks, such as the lackluster performance of Harry’s Heart of Invictus docuseries and Meghan’s lifestyle series With Love, Meghan, the couple remains committed to creating content that resonates with audiences. They have only had one successful project so far, the docuseries Harry & Meghan, which highlighted the challenges they faced as senior working royals.
Additionally, Meghan’s As Ever products are available in Netflix’s pop-up stores, but her latest release of wine, a 2024 Napa Valley Rosé, did not sell as well as expected. Despite these challenges, Harry and Meghan remain determined to create meaningful content and expand their brand through their partnership with Netflix.
