Financial struggles loom over Harry and Meghan following news reports suggesting their funds are dwindling.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix Deal Comes to an End
After a five-year partnership, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix deal, signed in 2020, is set to expire in September 2025 and will not be renewed. The couple will not be returning to Netflix for future projects, and their past productions beyond their debut docuseries have seen poor viewing figures and diminishing public appeal.
The initial series "Harry & Meghan" was Netflix's most-watched debut at the time, but subsequent shows like "With Love, Meghan" and "Heart of Invictus" did not achieve similar success. Experts note that their popularity has significantly declined, which contributed to Netflix's decision not to renew the deal quietly without much public announcement.
While there have been mentions of a possible "first look" deal with Netflix, this reportedly does not guarantee new projects because Netflix can opt not to pursue any pitched content by the couple. This situation leaves their future collaborations with Netflix uncertain and bleak.
The loss of this substantial revenue stream has been described as a "major blow" to Harry and Meghan, fueling rumors that they might consider relocating back to the U.K. as part of reestablishing ties and recalibrating their public and professional life.
In a podcast episode, Meghan Markle discussed her views on money, mentioning the scarcity mindset that it's easy to attach to, of never having enough money. She also stated that women are often taught not to discuss money and that there's a guilt mentality surrounding having a lot of it.
The future development of the couple's finances after the Netflix deal and as their children grow is a topic of interest. It's unlikely that they are running out of money, given their net worth.
The same situation happened with Netflix's deal with the Obamas. The streaming giant's strategy is moving away from large, multi-project agreements, which could explain the decision not to renew the deals with both royal families.
It's important to note that there is no reported animosity between Netflix and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The source also mentioned that Netflix was not unhappy with the outcome of the deal.
In the meantime, the second season of "With Love, Meghan" is set to premiere on Netflix this fall. Despite its lower viewership compared to their debut series, it still managed to rank at No. 383 with 5.3 million views. Another production by the couple, "Polo," ranked at No. 3,436 with 500,000 views.
Rumors of staff turnover within the couple's production company have also surfaced, with several staff members reportedly being let go. The source also mentioned that the former royal family members tried to recreate a royal court in California but faced financial difficulties.
As we move towards September 2025, it remains to be seen what the next chapter holds for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in their professional lives.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's future business ventures in the entertainment industry may shift, as their Netflix deal comes to an end and there are no plans for a renewal. The couple's financial situation, despite the end of the deal, is unlikely to be critically affected, given their net worth.
The decline in viewership of their productions beyond the initial "Harry & Meghan" series could signal a need for a change in their entertainment style, possibly to regain the public appeal they once had.
