The second season of Prime Video's popular series Maxton Hall returns in November. Fans can look forward to new episodes following an 18-month wait since the first season.
Maxton Hall is a German-language adaptation of a book that premiered in May 2024. The story centers on Ruby Bell (Harriet Herbig-Matten) and James Beaufort (Damian Hardung) at an elite private school, using classic enemies-to-lovers themes.
James is the school's golden boy. Ruby, a scholarship student, discovers a secret early on that sets off a tense and witty exchange between them. Their dynamic drives the story with moments of conflict and humor.
Spoiler alert: by the end of the first season, James and Ruby have reconciled, but James faces a tragic family event. After learning about his mother’s death, he fights violently with his father, then seeks solace with Ruby. Seeing her happy with her family, James chooses to leave alone to avoid burdening her.
“Though the show hits on a very successful romance formula, the fact that it’s a German-language show meant the cast was uncertain about its reception upon release.”
Despite the uncertainty due to its language, Maxton Hall combines classic romantic drama with compelling characters, returning for a highly anticipated second season.