Maxton Hall's extraordinary international success means fans won't have to wait long to find out what happens with James and Robbie in season two.
The German-language television drama premiered in May 2024 and It introduced viewers to an unexpected enemies to lovers romance Among classmates at the private school, Ruby Bell (Harriet Herbig Matten(and James Beaufort)Damien Hardung). While attending their prestigious school in the United Kingdom, scholarship recipient Ruby inadvertently witnesses a secret that puts her on wealthy James' radar.
Maxton Hall quickly became a record-breaking success, becoming the most watched title outside the United States during its first week on Prime Video. He – she It was renewed for a second season immediately After its debut, production began in June 2024.
Head of Scripted Television at Amazon MGM Studios Petra Heng He commented on his sudden success Maxton Hall All over the world.
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“When it was completed, we started showing it to our international colleagues,” she said at an event in June 2024. “After the successes I achieved Blame Mia and The summer she turned beautifulwe had data points proving there was an audience for female-focused romance programming that didn't exist when we greenlighted it (Maxton Hall), so it was selected internationally and made a global priority title.
Henge added: “It's amazing to see something we loved doing so much, but we always thought: ‘Who would watch this show outside of Germany?’ It resonates very well with females all over the world, and their boyfriends also don't seem to mind watching either. I want to make people laugh, I want to make people cry, I want to help people feel better, and sleep well afterwards.
Keep scrolling to find out everything you know about season two Maxton Hall:
Who will return for season 2?
In addition to Herbig Matten and Hardung, Sonia Weisser, Ben Philippi, Vidja van Hoyt, Rhona Greiner, Justus Risner and Andrea Guo They are also set to return.
Season 2 filmed in fall 2024. Prime Video The first look has been released In December 2024, Herbig Matten and Hardung appear on set.
When will 'Maxton Hall' season 2 premiere on Prime Video?
Season 1 of Maxton Hall It was actually filmed two years ago It was released on Prime Video.
“It's been a long wait (for the premiere).” “Two years was a long time and it was not planned,” Herbig-Matten said exclusively. Us Weekly in May 2024 about filming the series in 2022. “It made us nervous. It was like: “Come on, finally!” But you can't change it and you can't control it.
Depending on how quickly filming for Season 2 begins, fans may not have such a long wait. Maxton Hall He will likely return in the spring of 2025as Hengge previously hinted that the episode order could be extended to eight to 10 episodes this time.
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What events take place in the second book?
The first season of Maxton Hall He was based on Mona Kastenbook Save meWhich means that the second season will be inspired by Save You. After James and Ruby finally become a couple at the end of Season 1, their story will begin with the fictional pair trying to make things work amid the ups and downs in their personal lives.
In June 2024, Kasten shared a first look photo from Season 2, writing on Instagram, “Boy you better grovel” next to James. “You're doing great, darling,” she added next to Ruby.
What is the official plot?
According to the synopsis, Ruby and James won't be happy for long after “a stroke of fate in the James family changes everything, and James himself, of all people, brings her back from cloud nine into a harsh reality.” Obstacles will continue to keep James and Ruby apart, but she “can't forget James – especially since he's doing everything he can to get her back.”
Are there any story lines the actors would like to see?
Herbig told Matten and Hardung before they returned to the set we What they want to see for their characters.
“(I would like for Ruby to stay true to herself and set boundaries. She already does this, but continue to do that.) And it hasn't changed for him,” Herbig-Matten shared. “And I would like to focus on female friendships. That's really important, too. And don't let A man who will ruin your life.”
The actress told us that she learned some important lessons from filming Season 1 that she plans to take with her into Season 2.
“What I learned from Damian is that he trained a lot after shooting. That's what I learned from him. “I think there's something you really have to do to get out of your head and process the day,” she added. “I learned that from him and it really worked for me.”
Hardung, meanwhile, would like to Watch James work on himself more.
“I've said this a lot,” he noted. “I really wish he and his family could go to family therapy and figure out what's going on. “They can have better communication about their wants and needs together and kind of figure out how they can make it happen. They can learn how to move forward and not make life difficult for each other.
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What lessons did the 'Maxton Hall' stars learn from filming season one?
“The most important thing is to talk a lot and know your limits. I have learned to stand up and speak up for myself. I talk a lot with my friends, and having friends who are not in this business is very important for me as well. And I work a lot on myself,” he explained. Herbig Matten we In May 2024. I think it helped me achieve more confidence. When I shot (a project like this) it was two years ago. I was really young and couldn't process those feelings. But I'm trying and I have a second chance now with season 2.
Hardung explained that he is “still processing” the overwhelming interest.
“It's been a lot over the last couple of weeks. I'm very happy and I feel quite honored to be experiencing this journey right now. But at the same time, there have definitely been a lot of days where I've had to step away from social media and just focus on everything else but the show.” “It has been overwhelming and I am so grateful for the responses I have received so far. I was also really grateful for the opportunity to go back to school and still have two courses left at university. So (it's nice) to have a different kind of life experience to feel some sense of reality, I think every now and then.
Could there be more 'Maxton Hall' seasons?
With three novels in Kasten's book series, fans can expect the same amount of seasons. Prime Video has not yet been renewed Maxton Hall For the third batch. In September 2024, he became Regional Director for Prime Video Germany and Austria Christoph Schneider Raised speculation of renewal.
“We had a great IP, it was brilliantly produced, and we had a great team — not just the outstanding lead actors, but the others as well. Everyone was really great, and that's what made this show such a unicorn Delivery time. “The good news is we have three seasons.”
Are Ruby and James endgame – or should Maxton Hall fans be worried?
Spoiler alert for TV fans who haven't read the books: James and Ruby are expected to get a happy ending on screen. After the first season premiered on Prime Video, Herbig-Matten and Hardung They received a lot of praise for their chemistry.
“It was the first time I played a love story that had such intense emotions. And like I said, it was really easy with Damian and I,” Herbig Matten said. we. “We are two different people and we are good friends and have a good connection. It's really important that you handle your relationship (well) but you have to set boundaries and so does the actress and the actor.
Hardung also spoke about the relationship between James and Robbie, adding: “That chemistry, you have to feel it. It's really about taking all the feelings seriously. You have to be honest about those feelings and I love that.”
