Maxton Hall season 2 hits No.1 globally — what UK viewers need to know
The global success of Maxton Hall continues as Season 2 dominates charts
Season 2 of Maxton Hall has surged to the No.1 spot worldwide on Amazon Prime Video, becoming the platform’s top-ranked show only days after its release. The romantic drama has built on the momentum of Season 1 and is now attracting a larger global audience, with UK viewers playing a major part in its breakout success.
The new season premiered on 7 November 2025 with the first three episodes released together, and the remaining episodes rolling out weekly until 28 November. This staggered schedule has helped build anticipation on social platforms and ensured that fans continue discussing each chapter as it arrives.
Season 2 picks up immediately after the dramatic ending of the first season, with James dealing with tragedy and Ruby being drawn deeper into emotional conflict. The storyline has taken a darker turn, exploring themes of grief, class pressure and personal trauma while maintaining the romantic intensity that made the show famous.

Viewers and critics alike have praised the emotional depth of the performances in Season 2, noting stronger character development and more cinematic production values. Many long-time fans have highlighted how the new episodes feel bigger in both storytelling and visual scale compared to the debut season.
The cast has seen a noticeable rise in global recognition since the release of Season 2, with stars Harriet Herbig-Matten and Damian Hardung receiving international attention for their portrayals of Ruby and James. Interviews and promotional events across Europe have added to the growing buzz surrounding the series.
In the UK, Maxton Hall has become a major hit across Prime Video charts, holding the top position for days after launch. Its success continues the trend of international series gaining traction in the UK as viewers show increasing interest in high-quality foreign-language drama with strong dubbing and subtitle support.
All episodes of Season 2 are available on Amazon Prime Video UK as part of a standard Prime membership, without the need for any additional subscription add-ons. Viewers can choose between the original German-language audio or English dubbing depending on their preference.
The popularity of the show has also been fuelled by discussions around whether the story will remain faithful to the original book series by Mona Kasten. Fans have been actively comparing plot directions while debating which scenes may be altered as the series progresses.
Ahead of the Season 2 finale, producers have already confirmed that Season 3 is officially in development. This confirmation guarantees that Ruby and James’s story will continue, providing reassurance to fans eager for a full conclusion to the trilogy.
For UK fans, the continued success of Maxton Hall means that the show will remain a fixture on Prime Video for the foreseeable future. With Season 2 still unfolding and Season 3 on the way, the series has firmly established itself as one of the biggest international streaming success stories of the year.
