It appears that the dreams of Harry and Meghan are crumbling faster than a soggy biscuit.
The recent departure of Bennett Levine, the manager of Archuel Productions, spells trouble for the couple’s already shaky entertainment career.
Levine’s exit has raised eyebrows and left many wondering about the future of their production company, which was established with much fanfare in 2020.
Remember when Meghan Markle dazzled everyone on the red carpet in Los Angeles last November?
She was full of enthusiasm, teasing exciting projects ahead.
Fast forward to now, and it seems the most thrilling development has been Levine’s decision to leave the company.
His departure has effectively marked an end to what many have dubbed a lackluster venture into the entertainment industry.
Levine, who took the reins as manager in 2022, has decided to join CTIK Media, a company focused on film financing and distribution.
It’s hard not to sympathize with him; after all, working with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride.
A source close to the situation described Levine’s exit as a significant blow to Archuel Productions, and it’s tough to argue otherwise.
For those unfamiliar with the behind-the-scenes work, production managers like Levine handle the essential yet often mundane aspects of film and television projects, including business operations, finances, and talent recruitment.
His sudden departure coincides with swirling rumors that Netflix may not renew its contract with Archuel, which could further complicate matters.
In 2020, Netflix reportedly invested around £8 million in the couple’s production endeavors, but that deal is set to conclude in 2025.
With Levine gone, the outlook for Archuel Productions seems increasingly bleak.
As Netflix prepares to potentially sever ties, it’s likely they are counting down the days until they can wash their hands of this partnership.
Levine was instrumental in the production of the Harry and Meghan documentary series, which debuted in 2022.
Now, with him no longer on board, the future of any upcoming projects is uncertain at best.
Who could blame him for seeking greener pastures?
The uncertainty surrounding Archuel must have been exhausting, especially when he could secure a stable salary elsewhere.
With Levine’s exit, the prospects for new films or deals at Archuel appear dim.
Netflix is likely breathing a sigh of relief, eager to distance themselves from what many consider a disastrous collaboration.
The couple’s previous efforts, including the poorly received “Heart of Invictus” and the scrapped “Pearl” series, have left much to be desired.
In fact, it raises the question: would anyone want to list Archuel Productions on their resume after such a tumultuous experience?
The thought alone is cringe-worthy.
Working alongside Harry and Meghan, who some critics describe as self-absorbed and lacking in talent, must be a challenging environment.
As it stands, there has been no confirmation from either Netflix or Archuel regarding any productions slated for 2024.
In 2022, the couple barely managed to meet their contractual obligations by releasing content just before the year ended.
Rumors suggest they initially wanted to delay the release due to the passing of the queen, fearing backlash, but Netflix refused to budge.
This year, their offerings have been limited to “Heart of Invictus,” which lacked fresh footage from 2022.
