Netflix has reportedly dropped plans for Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex's animated series 'Pearl', according to US reports. The project, announced last summer, was to focus on a 12-year-old girl inspired by historically influential women.
Meghan was creator and executive producer of the series, which would have been the first animated production under the Archewell brand she shares with Prince Harry. The couple signed a multi-year deal with Netflix in September 2020.
The decision comes as Netflix faces declining subscriber numbers and a fall in share value, leading to widespread cutbacks. Entertainment website Deadline described the move as 'a royal flush', noting the project was axed in development.
Meghan had expressed excitement about the series, saying it would 'celebrate extraordinary women throughout history'. Co-executive producer David Furnish, husband of Elton John, was also involved.
Other Archewell projects with Netflix, such as the documentary 'Heart of Invictus', are believed to be unaffected. There has been no comment from Archewell on whether 'Pearl' will be taken elsewhere.
