In the TV categories, "The Morning Show" and "Succession" took the lead with eight nominations each, while in the film categories, "Belfast" and "The Power of the Dog" dominated with 11 and 10 nominations, respectively. Surprisingly, "Harry and Megan" was conspicuously absent from the list, despite being one of the most talked-about and divisive shows of the year.According to sources, critics dismissed the docuseries as falling short of the standards expected of a documentary film.
One critic described it as a self-serving propaganda piece lacking journalistic integrity or artistic merit. Another critic viewed it as a vanity project exploiting the royal brand and Netflix's platform for personal gain. A third critic criticized the series for its poor production quality and lack of a coherent or compelling storyline.
The docuseries, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Liz Garbus, featured interviews with Harry and Megan, as well as their inner circle, alongside personal footage and archival material. Despite claiming to offer a firsthand account of the couple's story, it faced criticism for being biased, inaccurate, and sensationalized. Additionally, it stirred controversy with its use of paparazzi footage, allegations against the monarchy, and reenactments of certain events.
Harry and Megan, who signed a $100 million deal with Netflix in 2020, received backlash from royal fans and experts for their involvement in the docuseries. Many accused the couple of breaching their privacy and damaging the royal family's reputation. Some also questioned the timing and motives behind the series, which coincided with the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations and Megan's legal battle.
The couple had previously defended their decision to produce and star in the docuseries, expressing their desire to share their unique journey and the challenges they faced. They aimed to inspire people worldwide by highlighting resilience, courage, and love. However, it appears that the critics and viewers were not as impressed.
Netflix's Global Top 10 rankings revealed that the series reached its peak at number two in its first week but dropped off the chart after four weeks. The series received mixed reviews, with a 56% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 5.8/10 score on IMDb.
Notably, "Harry and Megan's" docuseries was not their only project with Netflix. They also produced "Heart of Invictus," a docuseries about Harry's Invictus Games, and "Pearl," an animated children's show (which was later canceled). Additionally, the couple ventured into podcasting with their company, Archwell Audio, collaborating with Spotify and featuring guests such as Elton John, James Corden, and Oprah Winfrey.
