It appears that Netflix is preparing to part ways with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, marking a significant shift in their media journey.

Despite earlier reports hinting at a cooking show featuring Meghan and a series centered around polo with Harry, industry insiders Matthew Bologna and Leslie Goldberg suggest that the streaming giant will not renew the couple’s $100 million deal, originally signed in 2020.

What started as a promising collaboration has turned into one of Hollywood’s most notable letdowns.

When Netflix first teamed up with Harry and Meghan’s Artool production company, excitement was palpable.

Their 2022 documentary series, “Harry and Meghan,” garnered attention for its candid portrayal of their tumultuous exit from the British royal family.

Audiences were eager for the inside scoop, and the couple delivered, making the docu-series a hit.

However, that initial spark seems to have dimmed, as subsequent projects have failed to capture viewer interest.

Bologna and Goldberg pointed out that none of the couple’s later endeavors have resonated with audiences.

Meghan’s animated children’s series, “Pearl,” which she had high hopes for, was scrapped before it even launched.

Now, with Meghan’s cooking show and Harry’s polo series on the horizon, anticipation is tepid at best.

Insiders are expressing doubts about whether these new projects will connect with viewers in the same way their documentary did.

If Netflix does indeed sever ties with the Sussexes, it would represent another setback for their aspirations as media moguls.

Earlier this year, Spotify ended its partnership with the couple due to a lack of content.

Harry and Meghan had secured a $20 million deal for a podcast series, yet Meghan only produced a mere 12 episodes of “Archetypes.”

The resulting underwhelming audience response led to the abrupt termination of their Spotify collaboration.

Rumors are circulating that the couple’s recent struggles may be tied to difficulties in collaboration.

Reports indicate that Harry and Meghan have become challenging to work with, and their limited experience in media production may be hindering their success.

The Puck newsletter included Netflix’s deal with the Sussexes among Hollywood’s most disappointing partnerships, suggesting they now share space with other high-profile underachievers in the industry.

Interestingly, they aren’t alone in this category.

Big names like J.J. Abrams, David Benioff and D.B.

Weiss (famed for “Game of Thrones”), Seth MacFarlane, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and David DuVernay have similarly failed to meet the lofty expectations set by their multi-million dollar contracts.

Even Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions has faced scrutiny for slow output, despite being one of Netflix’s premier content providers.

As for Harry and Meghan’s future with Netflix, uncertainty looms large.

Recent reports indicated that Meghan’s cooking show might not debut until spring 2025, despite filming having concluded in Los Angeles and Montecito.

This delay, coupled with the timing of the show’s release aligning with Meghan’s new luxury lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, raises eyebrows about their ongoing relevance in the ever-evolving media landscape.

The rollout of both the cooking show and the lifestyle brand has encountered hurdles.

Meghan’s team has reportedly faced challenges with trademark applications for American Riviera Orchard, with the U.S.

Patents and Trademarks Office indicating that registration could take up to 14 months.

Meanwhile, the initial excitement surrounding Meghan’s venture has waned, leading to growing skepticism about whether the couple can still capture the public’s imagination.

As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex navigate the complexities of life beyond the royal spotlight, it becomes increasingly evident that their Hollywood aspirations may be slipping away.

With Netflix seemingly ready to move on, Harry and Meghan face the prospect of struggling to maintain the visibility and influence they once enjoyed so effortlessly.

In an industry that thrives on fresh ideas and captivating narratives, the Sussexes’ journey serves as a cautionary tale.