The show Maxton Hall — The World Between Us became a huge sensation right after viewers met the characters Ruby Bell, played by Harriet Herbig-Matten, and James Beaufort, played by Damian Hardung, back in May 2024. It gained so much popularity that a second season is already on the way, with Prime Video announcing the new season will premiere on November 7. Fans are absolutely thrilled about this news.
To understand why Maxton Hall became so famous, it helps to know that it’s based on Mona Kasten’s book Save Me. The German-language series originally aired six episodes starting May 9 and quickly captured the attention of a massive audience. Even though it wasn’t an original show made by Prime Video, it still soared to the top, becoming the most-watched show in over 120 countries. Romance lovers everywhere couldn’t get enough of the story between Ruby and James, which followed a classic “hate at first, then love” storyline that feels familiar but was done in a fresh way that kept people hooked.
The show’s plot centers around Ruby and James meeting at Maxton Hall, a prestigious school, where they start off disliking each other intensely. Over time, though, they develop a deep connection that turns into a forbidden romance, full of tension and passion. While the idea of enemies turning into lovers isn’t new, the series managed to stand out and grab a huge following thanks to its relatable characters and emotional storytelling.
Now, with the sequel coming soon, the story picks up from where the book series left off. Ruby and James face new obstacles as they head back to school. The teaser for season 2 shows them returning to classes at Oxford, but their relationship is on shaky ground. Fans will be eager to see if these two can overcome their challenges and if their love can survive the ups and downs ahead.
The new season will also bring back familiar faces like Sonja Weißer as Lydia, Ben Felipe as Cyril, Fedja van Huêt as Mortimer, Runa Greiner as Ember, Justus Riesner as Alistair, Andrea Guo as Lin, Frederic Balonier as Kieran, and Eli Riccardi as Elaine. Plus, fans can expect some exciting developments in Lydia’s story, including a pregnancy that will add new layers to the drama.
In short, the second season promises more emotional twists, relationship drama, and the kind of heartfelt moments that made the first season a hit with audiences everywhere.