Overview

• The Sussexes signed a multiyear first-look deal with Netflix on August 11, replacing their guaranteed five-year pact with a commission-based structure.
• Netflix confirmed With Love, Meghan season two will premiere on August 26 and a holiday special will debut in December.
• The agreement extends Netflix’s partnership into Meghan’s As Ever lifestyle brand and earmarks projects in development including the Masaka Kids documentary and the Meet Me At The Lake feature adaptation.
• Industry commentators say the first-look model represents a downgrade from the original upfront deal and that Harry and Meghan will be paid only when Netflix formally green-lights their proposals.
• The season two trailer’s guest list—featuring figures like Chrissy Teigen—has provoked criticism for an underwhelming cast and reignited debate over controversial guest selections.