The documentary focuses on Girl Scouts and the traditions, excitement and pressures connected with the annual Girl Scout Cookie season. It was released across hundreds of cinemas in the United States on August 7, 2026.
However, the film's theatrical performance was far from impressive. Reports indicate that Cookie Queens earned less than £250,000 during its opening period and did not manage to break into the U.S. top 10 films.
Despite those numbers, the project was not considered a complete disappointment by everyone involved. Distributor Roadside Attractions reportedly said it was encouraged by the documentary's response among Girl Scout communities.
The upcoming Paramount+ release could therefore give the project a very different opportunity. Unlike a limited theatrical run, a major streaming platform can put the documentary in front of viewers who may never have had the chance to watch it in cinemas.
For Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the development also comes at an important moment. The couple recently returned to the UK with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, arriving in Birmingham on August 26, 2026.
The new streaming deal could help keep their entertainment work in the spotlight while giving Cookie Queens a second chance to connect with a much wider audience.
Rather than judging the documentary solely by its cinema performance, the Paramount+ release may ultimately provide a better indication of how much interest the project can generate among international viewers.
For now, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear to have another opportunity to turn a difficult theatrical beginning into a more promising streaming chapter.
Key Takeaways
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have received a new streaming opportunity for their documentary Cookie Queens.
- The Archewell Productions project is reportedly heading to Paramount+ on January 6, 2027.
- The documentary had a disappointing theatrical opening in the United States but found support among Girl Scout groups.
- The streaming release could help the Sussexes reach a significantly larger international audience.
