Netflix Faces Conflict with Sussexes Over Documentary Edit

Netflix executives find themselves at odds with the Sussexes over the editing of their upcoming documentary, according to a recent report.

The streaming giant is reportedly supporting its filmmakers and pushing to keep the content intact, despite the couple's desire to make changes.

An anonymous source revealed, “What I heard is that like the articles say, they want to re-edit it because it would be bad for the family.

I also heard that what they've put together doesn't make Meghan and Harry look good either.

That they're awkward, their love story seems contrived and the whole thing is so fake and loaded with nonsense that Harry and Meghan look like jokes, much like they do in the podcast.

The question is, do they have the self-awareness to see that?

Is that the real reason they want to edit?”

The documentary delves into the Sussexes' experiences with the royal family, including their decision to leave and start anew on a different continent.

However, rumors suggest that the couple may not portray the royal family in a favorable light.

The question arises as to why they would want to edit out these sections now.

Speculation points to their alleged financial difficulties as a possible motive.

Regardless of the reasons behind Netflix's resistance, they have made it clear that they will not finance any editing or involve their staff in the process.

This situation has become a nightmare for Harry and Meghan, who are already facing criticism for their lack of work ethic.

Additionally, Meghan's behavior has been labeled as erratic, making it challenging for them to produce a satisfactory piece.

While Netflix has the option to return the project to Harry and Meghan for further editing, their organization, Archewell, lacks the necessary funds to undertake such a task.

As a result, Netflix finds itself in a position where they must determine whether to proceed with the current version or accede to the couple's demands.

The mechanics of how Harry and Meghan have influence in this decision remain unclear.

However, what is certain is that lawyers are now involved on Netflix's side, indicating an escalation of the conflict.

Netflix, however, is not the only challenge the Sussexes face.

The recent passing of the Queen has significantly altered their circumstances.

According to Page Six, Harry and Meghan are reconsidering aspects of their own story, causing delays in the project's timeline.

The couple wishes to tone down even the most basic language used in the show.

Interestingly, the story itself is based on their own accounts, as another source claimed.

While Harry and Meghan aim to launch the documentary in 2023, Netflix prefers to debut it after the fifth season of “The Crown” premieres on November 9th.

This disagreement comes after Netflix signed a multi-million-dollar production agreement with the Sussexes.

However, following the Queen's death, Harry and Meghan have expressed a desire to edit certain parts of the show.

Many believe these edits contain revelations about King Charles, Queen Consort Camilla, as well as Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales.

The couple's requests to alter the content they themselves provided have raised concerns among some Netflix staff.

If granted, these changes could potentially lead to an indefinite postponement of the project, according to Page Six's Netflix source.

Throughout their journey, the Sussexes have been accompanied by director Liz Garbus and her camera crew.

Garbus, an Oscar-nominated director, was praised by Meghan Markle in a recent interview with The Cut.

Despite Netflix's support for the filmmakers, the final decision regarding the edit of the docu-series rests with Harry, Meghan, and the Netflix executives.