Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance

This biographical romantic drama chronicles the whirlwind courtship and engagement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. It traces their initial meeting through a blind date, their blossoming love affair across continents, and the challenges they faced from the media and public scrutiny. The film culminates with their joyous engagement, setting the stage for their royal wedding.

The film received a generally lukewarm to negative reception from critics, who often cited its formulaic storytelling and perceived lack of depth. Audiences had a mixed response, with some enjoying the lighthearted portrayal of the royal romance and others finding it to be a shallow and uninspired depiction of the real-life couple.

• Praised for its light and romantic portrayal of a modern fairy tale.

• Criticized for its predictable plot and somewhat superficial character development.

• Seen as an enjoyable, albeit melodramatic, look at the early stages of the royal relationship.

Google audience: Audience reviews were divided, with some appreciating the romantic escapism and the actors' chemistry, while others felt the movie didn't capture the nuance or complexity of the real couple's story.

The film was produced by Lifetime, known for its made-for-television movies, and was rushed to air relatively quickly after the real-life engagement to capitalize on public interest.