Full Breakdown
Decline and Cancellation of Meghan Markle's Netflix Series _With Love, Meghan_
1/21/2026, 2:41:08 AM
Overview of the Series and Viewership Decline
Meghan Markle's lifestyle series, _With Love, Meghan_, premiered on Netflix in March 2025 and concluded its run after two seasons and a holiday special. The show aimed to position Markle as a lifestyle guru, akin to figures like Martha Stewart and Gwyneth Paltrow. However, it faced significant challenges in viewership, particularly during its second season, which launched on August 26, 2025. In the latter half of 2025, the series garnered only 2 million views, ranking as the 1,217th most-watched title on Netflix. The holiday special, _With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration_, performed slightly better with 2.4 million views, placing it at 1,015th.
Performance Comparison
The first season of _With Love, Meghan_ had a more favorable reception, achieving 5.3 million views and ranking 383rd in the first half of 2025. Despite initial success, the second season failed to make a significant impact, not appearing in Netflix's weekly Top 10 charts and struggling to attract viewers in its opening days. The series featured various celebrity guests, including chefs David Chang and Chrissy Teigen, but ultimately did not resonate with audiences as intended.
Cancellation and Future Prospects
Reports indicate that Netflix has decided not to renew _With Love, Meghan_ for a third season, although discussions about potential holiday specials remain open. Sources suggest that while the series format has concluded, Markle is exploring ideas for themed specials, including concepts for Valentine's Day and Independence Day. Despite the cancellation, Netflix continues its partnership with Markle and her husband, Prince Harry, under a new first-look deal that allows for future projects through their production company, Archewell Productions.
Focus on Lifestyle Brand
In light of the show's cancellation, Markle is shifting her focus to her lifestyle brand, As Ever, which launched alongside the series. The brand has expanded from food products to include home goods and lifestyle items. Markle plans to create shorter, more digestible content for her social media channels, reflecting a broader trend in audience preferences for bite-sized content. This pivot aims to maintain engagement with her audience while allowing her to concentrate on brand development.
Criticism and Reception
Throughout its run, _With Love, Meghan_ faced criticism for its perceived amateurish presentation and simplistic content. Critics highlighted Markle's homemaking tips as lacking sophistication, which contributed to the show's mixed reception. Markle has defended her work, suggesting that critics often have ulterior motives and emphasizing her commitment to connecting with her audience.
Conclusion
The conclusion of _With Love, Meghan_ marks a significant shift in Markle's approach to content creation. While the series did not achieve the anticipated success, the ongoing partnership with Netflix and the focus on her lifestyle brand suggest that Markle remains committed to engaging her audience through various platforms. The future may hold new opportunities for holiday specials and further development of her brand, As Ever.
