In a surprising move, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced plans for two new shows in collaboration with Netflix.
However, the streaming giant has yet to officially confirm these projects, raising eyebrows about the couple’s intentions.
Is Meghan merely tossing out ideas in hopes that they’ll stick?
It appears that Archibald, their production partner, is tasked with creating these shows, leaving the final say up to Netflix.
But will these concepts ever make it to our screens?
The skepticism is palpable, especially when considering the lukewarm reception to Meghan’s culinary twist on toast and Harry’s polo escapades.
While polo might captivate a select few, it hardly seems like a blockbuster idea poised to attract a broad audience.
It’s puzzling why Meghan would announce these business ventures so prematurely without any solid structures in place.
This rush could suggest an underlying anxiety about future developments, leading her to hastily establish new income streams.
Something certainly feels off in the timing and execution of this announcement.
The abrupt launch of a poorly designed webpage and vague promotional videos hints at a reaction to something—likely Netflix’s rejection of Meghan’s lifestyle cooking show.
It’s almost as if she’s trying to entice them with a sneak peek of her grand idea, only to be met with indifference.
Initially, many speculated that her quick business launch was a counter to Catherine’s recent actions.
However, a subsequent cancer announcement shortly after Meghan’s Orchard debut shifted the narrative.
It seems Meghan may have been genuinely distressed by Netflix’s apparent lack of enthusiasm.
Perhaps she envisioned garnering 100 million views within a day, hoping this would sway Netflix to take her projects seriously.
Now, she’s claiming to pause further business launches, possibly as a gesture of respect for Catherine’s illness or as a way to shift blame onto her for the tepid interest in her ventures.
Either way, it seems like we haven’t heard the last of her announcements.
At present, Netflix has not issued any formal confirmation regarding these new shows.
Archibald has only indicated that they are working with two different production companies, alongside some behind-the-scenes footage from a polo event.
Additionally, there are clips of Harry in Hawaii and Meghan in Uvalde, none of which appear to be tied to any existing shows.
Meanwhile, the couple still has a movie in limbo.
Remember “Meet Me at the Lake”?
It was touted as a major project back in August, but since then, radio silence has reigned.
There’s no word on a director, screenwriter, or even casting.
Given the substantial investment made to secure the rights, one would think this should be at the top of their priority list.
If Netflix perceives this constant delay as a red flag, they might soon consider severing ties altogether.
Lady C’s recent book suggests that Netflix might be biding its time, waiting for the final season of “The Crown” to air before cutting loose Harry and Meghan.
This strategy could be an effort to avoid backlash from the couple while also protecting their own interests.
Rumors swirl that Netflix has even threatened legal action over breach of contract, taking a cautious approach as they navigate this complicated relationship.
As it stands, the anticipation surrounding these new series seems less than promising.
