Netflix Decision Not to Renew Deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
In a significant development, the multi-project deal between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and Netflix, signed in 2020, is set to expire in September 2025. However, the streaming service has shown interest in a potential new arrangement, with discussions about a first-look deal reportedly underway.
The initial deal, worth $100 million, included projects such as the docuseries Harry & Meghan, Meghan's lifestyle show With Love, Meghan, and Harry's polo documentary. However, the contract will not be extended beyond 2025, reflecting a shift in Netflix’s broader strategy away from big multi-project contracts to smaller or first-look deals.
A first-look deal would grant Netflix an exclusive first option to pick up future projects from the couple, but if Netflix passes, the couple would be free to shop those projects elsewhere, similar to arrangements Netflix has with other high-profile creators like the Obamas.
Industry experts note that while the exclusive multi-year contract is ending, Harry and Meghan remain valuable content partners and may explore other streaming platforms like Amazon Prime Video to expand their opportunities.
Despite recent reports suggesting that Netflix will end their contract with the couple from September 2022, insiders stress that this doesn't necessarily mean an end to future collaborations. In fact, Meghan Markle is actively working on potential new deals as of August 2025, indicating that negotiations for new arrangements are ongoing.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have released several high-profile projects on Netflix, including Harry & Meghan, Heart of Invictus, Live to Lead, and Polo, but it is unclear if these projects will be affected by the end of their contract. Additionally, With Love, Meghan failed to secure a place in Netflix's biannual report of the top 300 shows, which is thought to be one reason for Netflix's decision to end their contract.
Streaming platform Paramount+ is reportedly interested in working with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, following their split from Netflix. However, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not commented on these reports.
The couple, who stepped back from royal life and relocated to California in 2020, continue to be two of the most talked-about people in the world. Despite the end of their Netflix contract, their influence and potential for future content creation remain undeniable.
- In the realm of pop-culture, discussions are ongoing regarding a potential first-look deal between Netflix and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, following the expiration of their initial multi-project deal in 2025.
- Remaining valuable content partners, Harry and Meghan might explore other streaming platforms like Amazon Prime Video, as they seek future opportunities beyond their contract with Netflix.
- Despite the rumors of ending their contract with the couple in 2022, Netflix and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle might still forge future collaborations, with Meghan Markle actively working on new deals as of August 2025.
