Prince Harry could be on the verge of turning his controversial memoir Spare into a major television hit, as insiders reveal plans for a high-profile adaptation that may reignite public fascination with the royal drama. An insider recently spoke to The Daily Express, revealing that serious discussions are already underway to bring the explosive memoir to the screen.
“Spare is the one ace the couple can play to guarantee blockbuster ratings and ensure themselves another potentially huge payday,” the source claimed. The talks reportedly center around developing a limited drama series with an A-list cast, capitalizing on the raw, emotional content of Harry’s best-selling autobiography.
The memoir, which provides a rare glimpse into the internal rifts within the royal family, includes details of strained relationships, a physical altercation between Prince Harry and Prince William, and King Charles’ alleged comments about having an “heir and a spare.”
With Netflix having wrapped up its royal saga The Crown in late 2023, industry insiders believe the streaming giant is now looking for the next big royal-themed hit. “Netflix is anxious to fill the ‘royal void’ in its programming,” the insider added, highlighting the platform’s eagerness to continue leveraging royal narratives to attract viewers.
Media analyst Martin Cobb echoed these sentiments, suggesting the Sussexes are sitting on untapped potential. “They’re sitting on an even bigger goldmine with screen rights to Spare,” he said, pointing out that the memoir’s raw, personal nature could translate into compelling drama.
Based in Los Angeles, Cobb noted that Harry’s deeply personal account could become a valuable content asset, especially if ties to the royal family continue to fray. “If he decides his relationships with his family are irredeemable, he may well go ahead and cash in at a time when he and Meghan are struggling to maintain the momentum they first had with Netflix.”
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have signed multi-million-dollar deals with media platforms including Netflix and Spotify. However, some of those partnerships have since stalled or ended, leading to speculation about the couple’s next move in the entertainment industry.
With Spare offering a raw, behind-the-scenes look at royal life, a series adaptation could mark the next major chapter in Harry and Meghan’s evolving media narrative—and possibly reignite global interest in their post-royal journey.