Prince Harry’s Surprise Appearance on Hulu Shocks Netflix

In an unexpected twist, Prince Harry has made headlines by appearing on Hulu, a direct competitor to Netflix, the streaming service with which he and Meghan Markle signed a lucrative deal back in 2020.

This revelation has left many, including industry insiders, scratching their heads.

During a segment on the Daily Mail's talk show, Palace Confidential, host Joe Elvin expressed his astonishment at this development.

He noted that Netflix was caught off guard by Harry's recent interview, which aired as part of a Good Morning America special.

Royal Editor Rebecca English confirmed the news, adding that this occurrence was indeed surprising to Netflix employees.

Harry's interview took place while he was in Whistler, Canada, and spanned roughly 20 minutes.

However, it seems that the focus was less on Harry himself and more on the Invictus Games, an event he founded to support wounded veterans.

Critics have pointed out that the segment carries a somewhat critical tone towards both the British media and the royal family, reflecting sentiments that have emerged over the past couple of years.

According to English, some Netflix staff were reportedly blindsided by Harry's appearance on the rival platform.

They had no prior knowledge of his plans to participate in the Hulu programme, leading to speculation about the potential implications for his contract with Netflix.

While English doubts that this breach will lead to any serious contractual issues, she acknowledged that it doesn't paint a favorable picture for Harry and Meghan.

The couple's £80 million deal with Netflix was expected to yield a plethora of content, including documentaries, docuseries, and even scripted shows.

So far, they have released their own series titled “Harry and Meghan,” along with two other projects: “Heart of Invictus,” which highlights the Invictus Games, and “Live to Lead,” focusing on influential world leaders.

This partnership was initially framed as a five-year commitment, where Harry and Meghan would create a diverse range of programming for the streaming giant.

However, with Harry's recent foray into Hulu, questions arise about how this might affect their ongoing relationship with Netflix.