Meghan Markle’s anticipated acting comeback in the U.K. has hit a significant roadblock, as she is no longer being considered for a role in the third season of Netflix’s crime comedy series, The Gentlemen. Initially, Markle was in early discussions to join the Guy Ritchie-directed production, which is yet to be officially renewed by Netflix. However, former editor Tina Brown, writing in her Substack column, revealed that the casting plans were dropped due to a strong backlash in the U.K., making it impossible to proceed with Markle’s involvement.

This development aligns with recent moves by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to relocate their family back to the U.K. after spending six years in Hollywood. During their time in the U.S., they secured a deal with Netflix valued at $100 million, which included a docuseries titled Harry & Meghan. Markle also starred in the 2025 reality show Love, Meghan, but Netflix chose not to renew the couple’s deal in 2026, putting their entertainment careers in limbo.

Markle’s history in acting dates back to 2002, with her most notable role as Rachel Zane in the popular legal drama Suits, which ran for seven seasons until 2018 when she married Prince Harry and joined the British royal family. Prior to Suits, she appeared in films such as Horrible Bosses and TV guest roles across various shows. This background highlights her established experience in the entertainment industry before stepping away to focus on royal duties and family.

The inability to secure a part in The Gentlemen seriously challenges Markle’s hopes for reviving her acting career in the U.K. With the reported intense public resistance to her casting, the future of her acting ambitions on the British screen appears uncertain. As the entertainment landscape continues to shift for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, further updates are expected regarding their professional activities following their return to the U.K.