Netflix Fumes Over Alleged Fake Footage in Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Docu-Series

Netflix bosses are reportedly furious after it was revealed that the trailer for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's upcoming docu-series included what appears to be fake footage.

In one snapshot from the trailer, paparazzi can be seen surrounding the royal couple.

However, it has now been disclosed that the clip was actually filmed at a Harry Potter film premiere and during Katie Price's arrival at court, leading to widespread speculation.

This revelation has left Netflix executives feeling deceived and questioning the authenticity of the highly anticipated series.

According to a TV insider, Netflix chiefs had expected Meghan and Harry to identify any potential issues with the footage.

The fact that doubts about the authenticity of the content have arisen even before the show's release has only intensified their frustration.

Another snap from the trailer shows Harry confronting the press alongside his ex-girlfriend Chelsea Davy, who was later edited out of the shot.

The insider added that it is surprising that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, being intimately involved in the project, did not recognize which footage was genuine and what could be misleading.

This controversy comes at a time when Netflix is already dealing with allegations that they embellished and fabricated stories in the past five seasons of their hit show, “The Crown.”

Additionally, Reddit user SecondhandCoke claimed that Netflix bosses are displeased with Meghan and Harry.

They explained that there has been significant turmoil surrounding the photos used in the series, not only due to public criticism but also because photographers have independently issued copyright strikes against some of the images.

The release date changes and the decision to split the series into two parts are allegedly motivated, in part, by the need for Netflix to meticulously review the content to avoid copyright infringement.

A former royal staff member expressed outrage at Netflix, accusing the streaming giant and production company of inventing scenes depicting the couple being hounded by the press for their docuseries.

The ex-employee, who remains anonymous, told the Times that Meghan never experienced situations where she was mobbed by photographers because they took extensive measures to protect her.

Therefore, the scenes had to be fabricated for the series.

In the action-packed trailer, it appears as though the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are being bombarded by a swarm of photographers eager to capture images of the royal couple.

However, photographer Doug Seberg, who worked for The Sun, dismissed this portrayal, stating that Meghan and Harry were never present at the Harry Potter event.

Meanwhile, a source close to the couple defended the use of stock footage, stating that it is a common practice in storytelling.

They clarified that the footage in the trailer is not meant to be taken literally but rather serves as a visual representation.

The drama surrounding the stock footage escalated when Robert Jobson, royal editor at the Evening Standard, expressed his concerns on Twitter.

He criticized the use of a photograph by Netflix and Harry and Meghan, claiming it falsely suggests intrusion by the press.

Jobson clarified that the picture was taken from an accredited pool at Archbishop Tutu's residence in Cape Town, where only three people were in the accredited position, including Harry and Meghan themselves.

The controversy surrounding the alleged fake footage has cast a shadow over Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's docu-series before its release.

As Netflix grapples with accusations of deception, it remains to be seen how the streaming giant will address these concerns and restore confidence in the authenticity of their content.