The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s lucrative £77.2 million deal with Netflix, signed in 2020, is set to expire this year.

Now, the couple—who are based in California—appear poised to secure a new contract, as Netflix moves toward forming a commercial partnership with them.

The streaming platform is already featuring merchandise from Meghan’s new brand, As Ever, on its Tudum website, and despite receiving largely negative reviews, has ordered a second season of her show With Love, Meghan.

The lifestyle and cookery series managed to break into Netflix’s top 10, reaching the sixth spot in both the UK and the US.

As previously reported by the Sunday Express, the Sussexes will be expected to participate in live events with fans at two large Netflix megastores set to open in the US this year, helping to promote merchandise sales.

A well-placed source noted, “Their next big deal with Netflix is going to be much more results-driven, rather than a massive upfront payment.”

Earlier this month, the studio—now boasting over 300 million subscribers—announced plans to invest nearly £14 billion in content this year.

Netflix’s co-chief executive officer, Ted Sarandos, who has previously referred to Harry and Meghan as “the jewels in our crown,” recently addressed criticism of the Duchess’s new show.

He stated, “We’re a passive partner in Meghan’s company, and it’s a big discovery model for us right now.”

Representatives for both Prince Harry and Netflix declined to provide official comments.