Meghan Markle‘s Hollywood prospects faced scrutiny after an expert questioned her camp’s reported criticism of Netflix. The Duchess of Sussex was accused of jeopardizing a valuable partnership while two film projects were still in development. Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield said the reported dispute suggested a worsening relationship with the streamer.
Meanwhile, branding expert Eric Schiffer described her next television appearance as a sign of diminished career momentum. Neither assessment established that the couple’s production deal had ended.
Expert questions why Meghan Markle’s circle would criticize Netflix while projects remain in development
According to a Page Six report, Schofield questioned complaints about casting rumors involving “The Gentlemen.” Previously, a friend claimed the platform had exploited speculation about Meghan joining the show’s second season. The insider said, “Some people in her camp feel she was used to help promote Season 2.”
However, Page Six reported that no formal offer was made. Schofield warned, “You don’t typically throw one of your most important commercial partners under the bus.” She questioned risking that relationship over “an unconfirmed casting story.”
Furthermore, Schofield said, “I think we’re watching the Sussexes’ Hollywood partnership unravel in real time.” She described former executive Bela Bajaria as “one of Meghan’s biggest champions at Netflix.” Bajaria departed in October. Additionally, she questioned whether the relationship had “a promising future.”
Meanwhile, the streaming service ended its partnership with her As Ever lifestyle brand in March. Still, Page Six confirmed “Meet Me at the Lake” and “The Wedding Date” remained “in development.” An industry source cautioned, “It’s Hollywood. People know how this town works.” They added that productions take time.
Separately, Schiffer criticized the Duchess’s upcoming appearance on “Junior MasterChef Australia.” He said it “highlights how weakened her career has become” compared with her earlier lifestyle ambitions.
The expert also described the opportunity as “consistent with the types of projects” she had pursued previously. However, Network 10 confirmed she would join Poh Ling Yeow in 2027. Meanwhile, Archewell Productions reportedly experienced staffing departures, including nonfiction executive Chanel Pysnik. No cancellation was announced for the films in development.
