In a surprising turn of events, Prince Harry’s long-awaited documentary will find a streaming home with its biggest competitor, none other than Netflix, despite a reported multi-million dollar deal with the streaming giant. is what happened. This unexpected move raised eyebrows and sparked curiosity among royal enthusiasts and industry insiders alike. Despite The Duke of Sussex having a five-year deal with Netflix, a fresh documentary highlighting the Invictus Games has unexpectedly appeared on Disney-owned Hulu.
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Prince Harry documentary comes to Hulu
Prince Harry’s documentary series Mission: Life, Family and the Invictus Games debuted on Hulu, the Disney-owned streaming platform and direct competitor to Netflix, on Sunday, February 25th. The release was a shock given Prince Harry’s existing £80m, five-year deal with Netflix. The circumstances surrounding the series’ appearance on Hulu raise questions about whether Netflix was aware of or authorized the move. The show’s sudden release on Hulu surprised many and piqued their curiosity.
What is Prince Harry’s Invictus Games documentary about?
Prince Harry’s father, King Charles, was recently diagnosed with cancer, and the Duke of Sussex, who along with his wife Meghan Markle retired from royal duties in 2020, made a surprise visit to the palace to see his ailing father. The new documentary focuses on Prince Harry’s interview with ABC News host Will Reeve after his visit to the UK. In the interview, the duke spoke about a variety of topics, including his friends, family, and career. Essentially, the documentary focuses on Prince Harry’s recent interview with ABC News while in Canada in preparation for events scheduled for next year.
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According to a report in the Daily Mail, sources claim that Prince Harry likely knew and gave consent for his interview with ABC News to be used in a Hulu documentary. This follows earlier speculation suggesting the couple may explore other partnerships beyond their existing deal with Netflix.
For those who aren’t familiar, Harry & Meghan, a six-part series about the lives of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, has piqued the interest of Netflix viewers in the past. The series focused on their humble origins, reign, and migration to America with their two adorable children, Lilibet and Archie.