Alright, Maxton Hall fans, let’s talk about Season 2! If you’re anything like us, you’ve been obsessing over Ruby and James since that gut-punch of a finale in Season 1. The German teen drama, based on Mona Kasten’s Save Me trilogy, hooked millions of us with its swoony romance and high-stakes drama when it hit Prime Video in May 2024. It became the platform’s biggest international original series practically overnight. So, what’s the deal with Season 2? Let’s dive into the release date, cast, and what we can expect from our favourite elite boarding school.
Maxton Hall Season 2 Release Date
Mark your calendars: Maxton Hall Season 2 lands on Prime Video on November 7, 2025. We know, it feels like forever, right? Filming kicked off in June 2024 and wrapped up by September, with the crew bouncing between Berlin, London, and a stunning castle near Hanover. Some fans on X were crossing their fingers for an earlier release, like spring or summer 2025, but Prime Video shut down those rumors with the official November date. They’re promising a slick production, with top-notch dubbing and subtitles for fans worldwide.
Cast Updates for Season 2
The core cast of Maxton Hall is set to return, bringing back the characters fans fell in love with. Here’s who we expect to see:
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Harriet Herbig-Matten as Ruby Bell: The determined scholarship student navigating love and ambition.
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Damian Hardung as James Beaufort: The wealthy heir grappling with grief and his feelings for Ruby.
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Sonja Weißer as Lydia Beaufort: James’ sister, dealing with her own dramatic storyline, including her pregnancy.
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Fedja van Huêt as Mortimer Beaufort: The imposing patriarch of the Beaufort family.
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Ben Felipe as Cyril Vega: A key figure in the Maxton Hall social scene.
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Justus Riesner as Alistair Ellington: A friend of James with his own arc.
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Runa Greiner as Ember: Part of Ruby’s growing circle of friends.
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Andrea Guo as Lin Wang: Another friend adding depth to the group dynamics.
While Clelia Sarto’s character, Claudelia Beaufort, passed away in Season 1, there’s a chance she could appear in flashbacks. New characters are also expected to join, introducing fresh dynamics, though specific details about newcomers remain under wraps.
What to Expect in Maxton Hall Season 2
Season 2 picks up where that heartbreaking cliffhanger left off, diving into Save You, the second book in Mona Kasten’s series. If you thought Season 1 was intense, brace yourself—things are about to get messy. Without giving away too much, here’s what you can expect:
- Ruby and James’ Rocky Romance: After their steamy night in Oxford, Ruby’s on cloud nine, dreaming of her future. But James is spiraling after his mom’s death, making choices that push Ruby away. Will he fight to win her back? Will Ruby even let him? Their chemistry is fire, but the heartbreak is real.
- Beaufort Family Drama: The Beauforts are a hot mess. James is butting heads with his dad, Mortimer, who’s as ruthless as ever. Meanwhile, Lydia’s dealing with her pregnancy and her complicated relationship with Graham Sutton. Expect secrets, betrayals, and plenty of elite-world scheming.
- Girl Power Vibes: Harriet Herbig-Matten spilled some tea in an interview, saying Season 2 will shine a light on Ruby’s friendships with Lydia, Lin, and Ember. I’m here for these ladies lifting each other up amidst all the chaos!
- Oxford Drama: Ruby’s got her sights set on Oxford, but those scandalous photos with Mr. Sutton from Season 1 are coming back to haunt her. Can she keep her dreams alive?
- Darker, Grittier Tone: Damian Hardung called Season 2 “grim and dark” in a recent chat, hinting at heavy themes like grief and trauma. It’s not all doom and gloom, though—there’ll be plenty of those heart-fluttering Ruby-and-James moments to balance it out.
The teaser trailer dropped in July 2024, and it’s a lot. Ruby’s watching James dance with another girl at a party (ouch), and there’s a scene of her running from school in tears. But don’t lose hope—there are glimpses of them holding hands and getting cozy, so their love story’s far from over.
