Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Distance Themselves From Netflix Polo Controversy
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are in the spotlight once again, this time with their latest show on Netflix, POLO. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex seem to be trying to distance themselves from the less-than-stellar reviews the show has received. It turns out that out of the four shows they’ve created for Netflix so far, only one has been a hit.
Critics have not been kind to POLO, with one marketing expert even calling Harry and Meghan “box office poison.” Despite efforts to appeal to a broad audience with a reality TV angle, the show failed to make it into the top 10 on the streaming platform. It seems that not everyone is finding the story of polo and its players particularly compelling.
Although the show has its moments of emotional resonance, such as Meghan cheering on Harry at a charity match, overall it seems to be missing the mark for many viewers. Some have criticized the show for feeling out of touch with the current cost-of-living crisis, while others have labeled it as glossy but unrelatable.
Despite the mixed reviews, showrunner Miloš Balać praised Harry and Meghan for their active involvement in reshaping perceptions of the sport of polo. It seems their commitment to telling authentic stories shines through, even if the overall reception has been lukewarm.
Next up on the docket for Harry and Meghan is reportedly a cooking show, which some analysts believe could be their second hit on Netflix. While POLO may not have hit the mark for everyone, it seems the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are still determined to make their mark in the streaming entertainment world.
