Overview

• The Aug. 26 batch of episodes did not enter Netflix’s Top Ten in the U.S., U.K., Germany or global rankings in its first week.
• Because Netflix shares only Top Ten charts and periodic aggregates, precise viewing totals for the new season have not been disclosed.
• Critical reception deteriorated compared with season one, with reports citing a Rotten Tomatoes score near 17 percent and lower audience ratings.
• Meghan shared behind-the-scenes Instagram photos showing Archie and Lilibet at the set, though the children do not appear in the episodes.
• Entertainment outlets report underperformance and speculate about strain in the Netflix partnership, including commentary on a same-day Bloomberg interview, while Netflix has not announced any cancellations.