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Insiders attached to Netflix's crime series The Gentlemen have refuted claims that the platform used the Duchess of Sussex to drum up publicity for the show's second season. Sources connected to Meghan Markle claimed that Netflix disclosed potential casting talks for season three to bolster ratings, as viewership for the second season had decreased compared to the first. However, show insiders rejected this assertion, emphasizing that the drama does not require stunt casting to attract audiences.
About the series
Created and directed by Guy Ritchie, The Gentlemen stars Theo James and Kaya Scodelario. The performance and status of the series highlight several key points:
- The debut season premiered in March 2024 and achieved 3.5 million viewers.
- Season two premiered recently, pulling in around three million British viewers in its first week—a 15 percent drop from the first season's launch.
- Netflix has already commissioned a third season of the crime drama.
- Meghan Markle, who previously starred as lawyer Rachel Zane for seven seasons on Suits, had signed a five-year deal with Netflix in 2020 that lapsed following her lifestyle program With Love, Meghan.
What to expect
Initial reports in August indicated preliminary discussions regarding a role for Meghan in season three. However, these talks were abandoned within a day following strong viewer backlash in the UK. Furthermore, series creator Guy Ritchie reportedly stated there was "not a chance" she would appear in the show.
Official storylines, specific release schedules, and full cast details for the third season are not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
Source: netflix new series release - BingNews · Published October 18, 2026 · Photo by Alexandr Popadin on Unsplash