The Duchess of Sussex is in discussions to return to acting in the third season of Netflix's hit crime series The Gentlemen, according to trade publication Variety. Meghan is reportedly in talks to join the show, though the season has not yet received an official greenlight from the streaming platform.
The Gentlemen is a spin-off from the 2019 crime comedy film of the same name, with Guy Ritchie serving as creator of both the original movie and the television adaptation. Meghan's potential role in the series remains unknown, with a contract reportedly not yet in place and no official announcement made by Netflix or the production team.
Reports follow planned UK relocation
The reports of Meghan's possible acting comeback emerged shortly after news that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex would relocate to the UK from the US, where they have lived for six years. It is believed the couple will return in September, with early rumours suggesting the move is linked to Meghan's return to acting.
Meghan's best-known acting role was in the legal drama Suits, where she played Rachel Zane for seven seasons. Her other television appearances include CSI: NY and 90210, while her film credits include a small part in the comedy Horrible Bosses and the 2015 crime thriller Anti-Social. She also led two Hallmark movies: When Sparks Fly and Dater's Handbook.
Previous Netflix deal and past comments
Meghan recently filmed a cameo playing herself in the Amazon comedy Close Personal Friends, alongside Brie Larson and Jack Quaid. Harry and Meghan had previously signed a deal with Netflix in 2020 worth a reported $100m, which was renewed last year.
Meghan's main release with the streamer was the lifestyle series With Love, Meghan. The show received negative reviews from many critics, with the Guardian's Chitra Ramaswamy calling it “toe-curling stuff” in a one-star review.
In a 2022 interview, Meghan claimed a return to acting was unlikely. “I'm done,” she said. “I guess never say never, but my intention is to absolutely not.”
Series success and upcoming second season
The first season of The Gentlemen proved to be a hit with both critics and audiences for Netflix. The second season will premiere in September, with returning cast members Theo James and Kaya Scodelario joined by Love Island host Maya Jama. The potential third season, which would feature Meghan, has not yet been officially confirmed by the streaming service.
