Dive into the surprising ratings of Meghan Markle's lifestyle series and see how it stacks up against the explosive success of "Harry & Meghan," revealing the evolving landscape of royal content on streaming platforms.

Meghan Markle's Netflix Gamble: Did "With Love, Meghan" Win Over Audiences?

The Duchess of Sussex ventured into the lifestyle realm with With Love, Meghan, but did it capture the same magic as her previous Netflix endeavors? Let's dissect the ratings and see what the numbers reveal.

Was the Press Coverage Enough to Propel "With Love, Meghan" to the Top?

Despite significant media buzz, With Love, Meghan had a surprisingly modest debut on Netflix. The eight-part series barely cracked into the top ten weekly ratings.

Landing at number ten, the series garnered 12.6 million hours viewed in its first week.

While not a flop, this pales in comparison to the success of other Netflix shows. Running Point, a comedy led by Kate Hudson, dominated the charts with a whopping 61.8 million hours viewed during the same week.

How Does It Compare to the "Harry & Meghan" Phenomenon?

The benchmark for royal content on Netflix is undoubtedly Harry & Meghan. The documentary series set records, becoming Netflix’s biggest documentary debut ever.

• Harry & Meghan Debut (First 3 Days): 81.6 million hours viewed
• Harry & Meghan (First Full Week): 97.7 million hours viewed
• Harry & Meghan (Second Full Week): 39.7 million hours viewed
• With Love, Meghan (First Week): 12.6M hours

The contrast is stark. Harry & Meghan not only captured immediate attention but also sustained viewership over multiple weeks, whereas With Love, Meghan struggled to make a significant impact.

What About Other Royal Ventures on Netflix?

It's worth noting that other projects involving the royal couple have also faced challenges in capturing audience attention.

• Live To Lead, a documentary series produced by the pair, failed to break into the top ten.
• Heart of Invictus, which premiered in 2023, and Harry’s Polo series also didn't hit the top ten in their debut weeks.

This suggests that the initial curiosity surrounding the royal couple might not automatically translate into guaranteed viewership for all their projects.

What Exactly Is "With Love, Meghan" Anyway?

For those unfamiliar, With Love, Meghan offers a glimpse into Meghan Markle's lifestyle. The series features her:

• Hosting celebrity guests like Mindy Kaling and chef Roy Choi
• Planning kid-friendly tea parties
• Harvesting honey
• Hiking
• Making harvest baskets

The series aims to showcase a more personal and relatable side of Meghan Markle, but the ratings indicate that it may not have resonated with audiences as strongly as anticipated.

What's Next for "With Love, Meghan"?

Despite the initial ratings, With Love, Meghan has already been greenlit for a second season, set to debut later this year.

Will the second season fare better? Only time will tell.

It will be interesting to see if the producers make any adjustments based on the reception of the first season.

Who Else Is Dominating Netflix?

While With Love, Meghan struggled to climb the charts, other shows are thriving on Netflix. Here's a quick glimpse at the top contenders:

1. Running Point
2. Zero Day (Robert De Niro)
3. Toxic Town
4. Halo (Season 1)
5. American Murder: Gabby Petito
6. Beauty in Black
7. WWE Raw
8. Andrew Schulz: Life
9. Formula 1: Drive To Survive (Season 7)

This diverse range of content highlights the competitive landscape of streaming and the challenges of capturing audience attention.