The Beckham documentary, which follows David's ascent to football fame, was released, and it has caused a stir on the streaming service.
While it may have had fewer viewers in its first week compared to the Harry and Meghan series, it has certainly made a more substantial impact. The Google Trends data tells the story, with a significant spike in associated searches, outperforming the minor increase in interest generated by the Sussexes' documentary.
However, the true twist in this tale lies in the audience's verdict. The Beckham documentary boasts an impressive average audience score of 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, a testament to its success. In contrast, Harry and Meghan's series lags far behind with a mere 19%.
Now, let's talk numbers and public opinion. According to a royal commentator, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's soul-bearing and emotive TV appearances have resulted in a substantial decline in their favorability among the American audience. Prince Harry saw a staggering drop of 45 points, while Meghan's popularity plummeted by 36 points between December 2022 and January 2023. Newsweek's headlines couldn't be clearer: "The more Prince Harry and Meghan Markle say, the less Americans like them."
The irony in all of this is that these developments have occurred in the wake of a reported fallout between the two famous couples. A tense phone call and finger-pointing allegations marked the end of the friendship that once united the Beckhams and the Sussexes.
In the grand Netflix showdown, it seems that David and Victoria Beckham have emerged victorious, overtaking the Sussexes and marking a significant shift in the dynamics of fame and popularity in Hollywood. The battle of the A-listers continues, and only time will reveal if the tides will turn again.
