Series synopsis
The Seduction, also known as Merteuil is a French drama television series that premiered on HBO Max on November 14, 2025. It ended on December 19, 2025. It was created by Jean-Baptiste Delafon. It stars Anamaria Vartolomei, Diane Kruger, Vincent Lacoste and Lucas Bravo.
Marquise de Merteuil, betrayed by Valmont, embarks on a daring journey to become Paris' leading courtesan.
Premise
Marquise de Merteuil, betrayed by Valmont, embarks on a daring journey to become Paris' leading courtesan.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Anamaria Vartolomei as Merteuil
- Diane Kruger as Rosemonde
- Vincent Lacoste as Valmont
- Lucas Bravo as Gercourt
- Noée Abita as Madame de Tourvel
- Julien de Saint Jean as Louis de Germain
- Fantine Harduin as Cécile de Volanges
- Samuel Kircher as Chevalier Danceny
Guest cast
- Swann Arlaud as The King
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | November 14, 2025 | December 19, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Isabelle After Isabelle is betrayed by the ruthless libertine Valmont, she sets out to conquer Paris for her revenge. |
November 14, 2025 |
| 2 |
The Hell of High Society As Isabelle plans to reintroduce herself as the Marquise de Merteuil, Gercourt schemes to turn her party into an embarrassing affair. |
November 21, 2025 |
| 3 |
War As Gercourt furthers his quest to weaken her, Isabelle enlists help in her fight against Paris’ most powerful man. |
November 28, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | HBO Max |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 14, 2025 |
| Last aired | December 19, 2025 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Friday |