Meghan Markle may return to acting with Netflix’s The Gentlemen

Meghan Markle may be preparing for another major step in her acting career. The Duchess of Sussex is reportedly in early discussions to join Netflix’s hit series The Gentlemen, potentially marking a new chapter for the actress after years away from scripted television. (Deadline⁠)

According to reports, Markle is being considered for a role in a possible third season of the series, which was created by filmmaker Guy Ritchie. However, the project is still surrounded by uncertainty. The Gentlemen has not yet officially been renewed for a third season, and reports stress that discussions about Markle’s involvement remain at an early stage. (Variety⁠)

The potential role would be particularly significant because Markle became internationally famous through acting before stepping away from the profession. She played Rachel Zane on the legal drama Suits, appearing on the show from 2011 until 2017. Her character began as a paralegal before becoming an attorney, and the role helped establish Markle as a familiar television star. (Wikipedia⁠)

Her acting career changed dramatically after she married Prince Harry in 2018. She left Suits and subsequently stepped away from royal duties alongside Harry in 2020. The couple later established their production company, Archewell Productions, and entered a major partnership with Netflix, producing projects including the documentary series Harry & Meghan and Markle’s lifestyle series With Love, Meghan. (People.com⁠)

Interestingly, Markle has already taken steps back toward acting. Reports note that she appeared in the upcoming Amazon MGM comedy Close Personal Friends, making the possible The Gentlemen role another indication that scripted entertainment may once again become part of her career. (Town & Country⁠)

The Gentlemen could offer a very different acting opportunity from Suits. The series is based on Guy Ritchie’s 2019 film and follows a wealthy British aristocrat who discovers that his estate is connected to an underground cannabis operation. The Netflix series stars Theo James, Kaya Scodelario and Giancarlo Esposito. (ELLE⁠)

For now, Markle’s potential involvement remains unconfirmed. Neither Netflix nor her representatives have officially announced a casting deal, and her character has not been revealed.

Still, the possibility has already generated significant interest. If the discussions develop into an official agreement, Meghan’s return to a major scripted Netflix production could become one of the most talked-about entertainment comebacks of the year.