Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s $100 Million in Doubt as Netflix Deal Looks Bleak Following ‘Polo'

Published 12/13/2024, 9:06 PM CST

 Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's departure from the royal family sparked a global frenzy. Their Netflix debut in 2022, featuring bombshell revelations, sent shockwaves worldwide. However, their tell-all approach seems to be losing steam. Despite a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal, their latest release has failed to generate the same buzz. With their royal ties severed, the couple has turned to Hollywood to sustain their public profile.

But as their Netflix partnership continues, it remains to be seen whether their strategy will pay off in the long run.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Polo splash is not enough for their Netflix comeback

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Just when the Sussexes hoped for a chance of survival, it seems to have gone all south. As stated by brand expert Nick Ede to the Daily Mail, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Polo docuseries could be the "nail in the coffin" for their Netflix partnership. The docuseries, released earlier this week, has received a slew of negative reviews from critics. Ede warned that this could be another failed venture for the pair.

Ede noted that the minimal appearances of the Duke and the Duchess in the docuseries, combined with underwhelming promotion, may have contributed to its poor reception. The couple signed a lucrative deal with Netflix in 2020, but Ede's comments suggest that their partnership may be on shaky ground. The docuseries' failure could have significant implications for their future projects.

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However, that was not all. The expert went on to explain how the Sussex couple need to strategize soon to have their empire afloat.

Expert reveals what the Sussex duo has to target to mark a comeback

The success of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Polo docuseries hinges on its ratings and potential inclusion in Netflix's Top 10. Initial interest may be high due to public fascination with the couple and polo. However, brand expert Nick Ede warns that the show's long-term prospects are bleak. 

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Ede notes that the docuseries faces stiff competition from Netflix's latest releases, including Black Doves and new Christmas films. As Netflix relies on algorithms to optimize programming for subscribers, a poorly performing show like Polo could jeopardize the couple's lucrative deal with the streaming giant.

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What do you think of the brand expert's statements and the following suggestions for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle? Let us know in the comments below. 

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Shraddha Suman

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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