Prince Harry and Meghan Markle drop surprise announcement after Netflix debacle

Los Angeles, California - After Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand As Ever cut ties with Netflix, there were reports of tension and an alleged rift between the Sussexes and the streamer. But now, signs seem to be pointing to a reconciliation.

Prince Harry (l.) and Meghan Markle have been working with Netflix for over five years.  © picture alliance/dpa/ZUMA Press Wire | Amy Katz

As it turns out, Prince Harry and his wife are apparently already working on their next big project for Netflix.

Per Deadline, the couple will produce a new drama series dedicated entirely to the sport of polo.

The plot, which is to be set in the fashionable small town of Wellington, Florida, will focus on the complex relationships between two rival polo teams.

Royals Kate Middleton reveals what she has planned for her first act as Queen

The drama will tie in with the Netflix docuseries Polo, also produced by Harry, which was launched on the streaming platform in 2024.

The youngest son of King Charles III has been a passionate polo player himself since his youth and has repeatedly taken to the saddle for various charity matches in recent years.

Ad

Harry and Meghan set to produce a new drama for Netflix

Prince Harry (l.) has been a keen polo player for decades, and now has his wife Meghan cheering him on.  © picture alliance/dpa/PA Wire | Yaroslav Sabitov

The Sussexes first signed their multi-million deal with Netflix in 2020 and celebrated great success shortly afterwards with their bombshell docuseries Harry & Meghan, which brought the platform a veritable flood of subscribers.

However, after faltering film projects, her exclusive contract was downgraded to a so-called "first look" deal last fall, giving Netflix first right of access to all productions by the royal couple.

It's not yet clear when the new drama series about the sport of polo will debut or what it will be called.

More on Prince Harry: