Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have suffered another major blow in their post-royal career, as Netflix has officially scrapped their highly anticipated animated series, Pearl. The decision comes amidst reports of dwindling public interest and declining ratings for the Sussexes' projects.
The series, which was set to follow the adventures of a young girl inspired by influential women throughout history, was one of the first projects announced under the couple's multi-million dollar deal with the streaming giant. However, insiders claim Netflix executives were unimpressed with the show's development and opted to cut their losses.
Why Did Netflix Pull the Plug?
Sources close to the production suggest several factors contributed to the cancellation:
- Lack of clear direction in the show's narrative
- Concerns over Meghan's limited involvement in day-to-day production
- Growing public fatigue with the Sussexes' media ventures
- Netflix's broader strategy to reduce spending amid subscriber losses
This setback follows the disappointing performance of the couple's docuseries, Harry & Meghan, which failed to maintain its initial viewership numbers despite massive publicity.
What This Means for Archewell Productions
The cancellation raises serious questions about the future of Archewell Productions, the couple's media company. With Pearl being their most prominent project in development, industry experts wonder if the Sussexes can deliver content that resonates with global audiences.
"This is a significant setback for their Hollywood ambitions," says media analyst Rebecca Thornton. "Netflix gave them an incredible platform, but they've struggled to translate their royal fame into compelling entertainment."
Meanwhile, the couple still has several projects in the pipeline, including an upcoming docuseries about the Invictus Games. However, the pressure is now on to prove they can create content worthy of their massive deal.
