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Royal Duo's Latest Project Fails to Draw Crowds
17 Aug
Summary
- Cookie Queens film opened to weak box office numbers in theaters.
- The documentary earned $354,000, outperformed by cat videos.
- Experts suggest royal-themed projects remain the couple's biggest draw.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's latest Hollywood venture, the documentary "Cookie Queens," has experienced a significant box office setback. The film garnered only around $354,000 across 446 theaters, a figure notably less than "CatVideoFest 2026," which earned approximately $569,000 from fewer screens.
This performance has led to speculation about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's ability to translate their public profile into paying customers. Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield noted that while the couple excels at generating headlines, this does not always equate to commercial success.
Further analysis from royal commentator Hilary Fordwich suggests that audience interest may wane when projects diverge from themes related to the British royal family. This aligns with expert Richard Fitzwilliams' view that the couple's most impactful projects, such as their Oprah interview, the Netflix series "Harry & Meghan," and Prince Harry's memoir "Spare," capitalized on their relationship with the monarchy.
