Report: Netflix Kiboches Animation Project by Prince Harry and Megan Markle

Netflix is ​​reportedly determined not to advance the animated series of Archwell Productions, a television and film production company launched by Prince Harry and his wife Megan Markle.

Last year, Streamer announced plans to produce the series “Pearl” as part of an overall deal with Archwell. deadline We report that those plans have clearly changed.

According to the first announcement, Markle planned to co-produce “Pearl” with David Furnish. This series focuses on a 12-year-old girl inspired by influential women throughout history.

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“Like many girls of her age, our heroine pearl embarks on a self-discovery journey as she tries to overcome the daily challenges of life,” Markle said at the time. rice field. “We are excited that Netflix’s powerful platform and Archewell Productions, in partnership with these amazing producers, will bring together this new anime series to celebrate extraordinary women throughout history. David Furnish and I are this special. We are eager to bring the series to light and are pleased to announce it today. “

deadlineThe report follows Netflix’s announcement of a temporary layoff of staff, with plans to dominate spending after experiencing the first decline in subscribers after 10 years of growth. Netflix announced last week that it lost 200,000 subscribers in the first quarter of 2022, losing another 2 million within the next few months due to factors such as password sharing and intensifying competition. I expect it.

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One source has confirmed to ET Canada that “Pearl” is one of several projects that Netflix has decided not to move forward.

However, sources say the partnership between Netflix and Archwell Productions has not been affected, nor has it affected other projects, including the previously announced documentary series Heart of Invictus.