Netflix Executives Upset Over Alleged Fake Footage in Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Docuseries Trailer

Netflix executives are reportedly feeling enraged following allegations that the trailer for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's upcoming docuseries contains fake footage.

The controversy stems from a particular snapshot in the trailer where paparazzi are seen surrounding the royal couple.

However, it has come to light that this clip was actually taken at a Harry Potter film premiere and during Katie Pryce's court appearance, sparking widespread speculation.

According to a TV insider, the situation has left Netflix bosses grappling with a sense of deception surrounding the highly anticipated series.

They had expected the couple to identify any issues beforehand, but the presence of potentially misleading content has cast doubt on the authenticity of the production even before its release.

In another scene from the trailer, Harry is depicted facing the press alongside his ex-girlfriend Chelsea Davey, who was later edited out of the shot.

The insider expressed surprise that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, being intimately involved in the project, did not raise concerns about the questionable footage included in the promotional material.

This controversy comes on the heels of Netflix facing criticism for allegedly exaggerating and fabricating stories in the previous seasons of the popular royal drama series, “The Crown.”

Additionally, there have been reports that Netflix executives are displeased with the couple's handling of the situation.

A Reddit user known as Secondhand Coke claimed that photographers have independently issued copyright strikes against some of the photos featured in the trailer.

The user suggested that Netflix is now facing a meticulous review process to ensure compliance with copyright laws due to the contentious nature of the images used.

A former royal staff member expressed outrage at Netflix and the production company, accusing them of inventing scenes depicting Harry and Meghan being harassed by the media for dramatic effect.

The ex-employee emphasized that such scenarios never occurred in real life, as stringent measures were taken to shield Meghan from such situations.

The action-packed trailer portrays the Duke and Duchess of Sussex being swarmed by photographers, creating the impression of a press intrusion.

However, a photographer named Doug Seaberg refuted this portrayal, stating that the footage was misleading as neither Harry nor Meghan were present at the event depicted in the clip.

In response to the uproar over the use of stock footage, a source close to the couple defended the practice, explaining that it is a common industry technique to enhance storytelling in trailers.

The insider emphasized that the purpose of using stock images is not to convey literal events but to capture the essence of the narrative being presented.

The controversy surrounding the alleged fake footage escalated when royal editor Robert Jobson criticized the portrayal of press intrusion in the trailer.

Jobson highlighted that the image in question was taken during an official event at Archbishop Tutu's residence in Cape Town, where only a limited number of accredited individuals were present, including himself and the royal couple.

As the release date of the docuseries draws near, the authenticity of the footage featured in the trailer continues to be a point of contention.

With Netflix under scrutiny for its handling of the situation, viewers are left questioning the credibility of the highly anticipated project centered around the lives of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.