‘Maxton Hall – The World Between Us’ Ignites Global Hype on Prime Video. The teen romance featuring Damian Hardung and Harriet Herbig-Matten captivates audiences in over 120 countries, promising more exciting episodes. Here are the key details about the series.

Everything You Need to Know About “Maxton Hall”

Prime Video has hit the mark with this series: since the premiere of “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” on May 9, the teen romance has not only become the talk of the town but also swiftly climbed the Amazon streaming service’s charts. The six-part production is not just a local favorite; Prime Video recently announced that “Maxton Hall” tops the Prime Video charts in over 120 countries. This is reason enough to answer the most pressing questions about the successful series. How many episodes are there? What is it about? Which stars are in it? And: What about a continuation of the series adaptation of Mona Kasten’s novel trilogy?

Where Can You Watch “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us”?

“Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” is an original German series from Prime Video. Consequently, this Amazon streaming service production is exclusively available there. The series is directed by Tarek Roehlinger and Martin Schreier.

How Many Episodes Does “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” Have?

In six episodes, “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” tells the love story between the main characters Ruby Bell (Harriet Herbig-Matten) and James Beaufort (Damian Hardung). Each episode is about 45 to 50 minutes long.

What Is “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” About?

Scholarship student Ruby Bell (Harriet Herbig-Matten) aims to use the elite school Maxton Hall solely as a stepping stone to Oxford University. However, when the model student accidentally discovers the affair between her classmate Lydia Beaufort (Sonja Weißer) and a teacher, she suddenly has to deal with Lydia’s brother, the arrogant school heartthrob James (Damian Hardung). James revels in the luxury of his privileged life, solving problems with money. But when Ruby refuses his hush money, a power struggle ensues, pulling Ruby out of her beloved obscurity. The initial dislike between James and Ruby evolves into an attraction that overwhelms them both.

Who Stars in “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us”?

The main roles in “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” are played by Damian Hardung and Harriet Herbig-Matten. Hardung broke through in the award-winning drama series “Der Club der roten Bänder” (2015 to 2017). Since then, the 25-year-old from Cologne has been a sought-after film and series actor, appearing in the Netflix hit “How To Sell Drugs Online (Fast)” (since 2019) and the ARD production “Gestern waren wir noch Kinder” (2023).

Harriet Herbig-Matten also made her mark in the German acting scene. She starred in her first major film role in “Das Pubertier – Der Film” (2017) and is known for her role in the series adaptation of “Bibi & Tina – Einfach anders” (2022) and guest appearances in TV crime dramas. Despite her surname, there is no relation to renowned German filmmaker Michael Bully Herbig. Besides Damian Hardung and Harriet Herbig-Matten, the creators of “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” have cast other promising young actors. Ben Felipe was part of the Netflix production “Kitz” (2021), Andrea Guo is known from the Sky horror series “Hausen” (2020), and Clelia Sarto, who has been a well-booked actress in TV formats like “SOKO Köln” and “Doktor Ballouz” since her role in “Lindenstraße” in the late 90s.

Why Is “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” So Successful?

“Maxton Hall” keeps its plot focused, with convincing chemistry between Damian Hardung and Harriet Herbig-Matten. Although the script comes with few surprises and some clichés, anyone in the mood for a charming teen romance with engaging young actors will enjoy “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us”. The international success of the series is also due to its universal appeal. Despite featuring mostly German-speaking actors, the setting feels international. The majestic setting of the fictional elite school Maxton Hall, filmed at Schloss Marienburg near Hanover, adds to the allure.

The hype around “Maxton Hall” was further fueled by viral social media clips and speculation about the off-screen relationship between the main actors, Damian Hardung and Harriet Herbig-Matten. Rumors about their private lives have undoubtedly boosted the series’ popularity.

When Is the Second Season of “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” Coming?

From Germany to the world: “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us” has resonated globally, making it the most successful non-American series so far. Prime Video and the creators quickly responded to its success by announcing a second season. “Maxton Hall – The World Between Us tells a universal story of love between two people from different worlds, captivating viewers worldwide,” said Philip Pratt of Prime Video.

The production schedule for the second season is still unclear, as is whether the main cast will change. However, the next season is expected to adapt the second book of Mona Kasten’s trilogy, “Save You,” following the first season’s adaptation of “Save Me.”