Series synopsis
Maxton Hall – The World Between Us, also known as Maxton Hall - Die Welt zwischen uns is a German drama television series that premiered on Prime Video on May 9, 2024. It stars Damian Hardung, Harriet Herbig-Matten, Sonja Weißer and Fedja van Huêt.
When Ruby unwittingly witnesses an explosive secret at Maxton Hall private school, the arrogant millionaire heir James Beaufort has to deal with the quick-witted scholarship student for better or worse: He is determined to silence Ruby. Their passionate exchange of words unexpectedly ignites a spark...
Premise
When Ruby unwittingly witnesses an explosive secret at Maxton Hall private school, the arrogant millionaire heir James Beaufort has to deal with the quick-witted scholarship student for better or worse: He is determined to silence Ruby. Their passionate exchange of words unexpectedly ignites a spark...
Premise: At this school, class is everything.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Damian Hardung as James Beaufort
- Harriet Herbig-Matten as Ruby Bell
- Sonja Weißer as Lydia Beaufort
- Fedja van Huêt as Mortimer Beaufort
- Ben Felipe as Cyril Vega
- Runa Greiner as Ember Bell
- Hyun Wanner as Percy
- Martin Neuhaus as Angus Bell
Supporting cast
- Andrea Guo as Lin Wang
- Justus Riesner as Alistair Ellington
- Govinda Cholleti as Keshav Patel
- Julia-Maria Köhler as Helen Bell
- Cosima Leonie Wiesend as Camille
- Frederic Balonier as Kieran Rutherford
- Eidin Jalali as Graham Sutton
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | May 9, 2024 | May 9, 2024 |
| Season 2 | 6 | November 7, 2025 | November 28, 2025 |
| Season 3 | 0 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Under the Radar When reserved scholarship student Ruby Bell witnesses an explosive secret, she finds herself in the crosshairs of privileged and arrogant millionaire heir James Beaufort. She is actually working towards her lifelong dream at the elite Maxton Hall School: studying at Oxford University. But her perfect plan is thrown into turmoil by James' appearance. |
May 9, 2024 |
| 2 |
Noblesse Oblige After the ruined welcome party, Ruby does everything she can to make sure things at the upcoming fundraiser run perfectly. That's why it doesn't suit her at all that James is now forced to be part of the committee and is celebrated there for his ideas. After an unexpectedly heated exchange between the two, it is suddenly Ruby herself who has to admit that she has gone too far. |
May 9, 2024 |
| 3 |
Exposed Ruby and James get closer than ever at the Beaufort Store in London. But a surprise meeting with James' parents brings Ruby back down to earth: She doesn't belong in this world. When a poster of her and James makes her the No. 1 topic of conversation on the next school day, she makes an announcement to James: She wants to cut ties with him. For James, however, that is no longer an option. |
May 9, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Devastated After a magical night of love, Ruby is walking on air. What she doesn't know is that James' life has been shattered by a heavy blow of fate. Out of control, he destroys their young love. |
November 7, 2025 |
| 2 |
Wish to the Universe A special honor for Ruby: she is to organize the prestigious Campbell Gala! But while she tries to fully concentrate on this opportunity, James' return to Maxton Hall complicates everything. Because he is determined to win back her trust – whatever the cost. |
November 7, 2025 |
| 3 |
Emotional Rollercoaster An intimate moment in the photobooth leaves Ruby in doubt. But she has no time for emotional chaos as the Campbell Gala is just around the corner. When disaster strikes during the event, James risks everything to save Ruby's big night. |
November 7, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 9, 2024 |
| Last aired | November 28, 2025 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Friday |