The Duke and Duchess of Sussex Extend Netflix Deal
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced an extended partnership with Netflix that will allow the couple to produce a larger slate of films and television programs.
- Initial Contract Value – The first agreement between the aristocrats and the streaming giant was estimated at around 100 million euros (about 75 million pounds).
- Creative Expansion – The new deal will include the As Ever brand, broadening the couple’s content across different genres that resonate on a global scale.
- Multi‑Year, First‑Look Agreement – Netflix will receive a first option on proposals put forward by Harry and Meghan’s production company, Archewell Productions.
Meghan Markle expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, noting that the partnership encourages the production team to create thoughtful and resonant content in alignment with their shared vision.
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A looser agreement
New Tenor of Sussex‑Netflix Partnership
BBC Views
BBC reports that the recently announced arrangement is a more relaxed framework than the prior deal, yet it counters allegations that the Sussexes and Netflix are severing ties entirely.
Meghan & Harry’s Vision
Meghan outlined that she and Harry drew inspiration from their alliance with Netflix, calling it a catalyst to “craft thoughtful content across genres that resonates globally, and celebrates our shared vision”.
Production Milestones
- Second season of With Love, Meghan slated to premiere later this month
- Holiday special, With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration, set for a December debut
Not very popular
Netflix’s New Lifestyle Series Falls Short of the Platform’s Top 300
Netflix’s audience data revealed that its latest series didn’t even secure a spot among the top 300 most popular shows during the first half of 2025. The series, titled With Love, Meghan, offered a charming look at Meghan Markle cooking alongside celebrity friends. The show attracted 5.3 million views overall.
Comparing Viewership Numbers
During the same period, the most-watched program on Netflix was the drama Adolescence, which accumulated a staggering 145 million views. In contrast, the earlier documentary Harry & Meghan—describing the couple’s transition away from their “working royal” roles—gained a larger audience with 23.4 million views following its December 2022 launch.
Archewell Announces “With Love, Meghan” Christmas Edition
Archewell has announced a special holiday‑season edition of With Love, Meghan, inviting viewers to “join Meghan in Montecito for a magical holiday celebration.” The Christmas edition is scheduled to roll out during the upcoming holiday season.
Key Takeaways
- b>With Love, Meghan garnered 5.3 million views.
- Adolescence surpassed the series with 145 million views.
- Harry & Meghan attracted 23.4 million views as the most-watched late‑2022 documentary.
- Archewell’s Christmas edition aims to recruit a festive audience.
Their stories resonate with audiences
Meghan’s “With Love” Collects Food, Drink & Upcoming Netflix Series
With Love has launched a complementary range called As Ever, featuring rosé, specialty jams and other treats.
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- Harry & Meghan co‑produce a new documentary that follows an orphanage in Uganda.
- The film highlights hope amid an ongoing HIV/AIDS crisis.
Netflix Leadership Reacts
Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s chief content officer, praised the couple:
“Harry and Meghan bring powerful stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.”
She added:
“Their work has quickly become one of our most‑watched documentary series, giving viewers an intimate look into their lives.”
