Directed by Saskia Diesing, Joosje Duk, and Iván López Núñez, this six-episode Dutch series is written by Ilse Ott, Marnie Blok, Marcela Guerty, Diede Zillinger Molenaar, Sytske Kok, and Judith Goudsmit. Starring Delfina Chaves, Martijn Lakemeier, Valeria Alonso, and Sebastian Koch, the first season traces Máxima Zorreguieta's rise to media fame as her relationship with Willem-Alexander becomes public. Produced by Millstreet Films in co-production with FBO and Beta Film, it will be available in France on the Max platform on December 27, 2024.
The story begins in Seville in 1999, when Máxima meets the Crown Prince of the Netherlands. Their relationship quickly attracts the attention of the international media. As the couple prepared to announce their engagement, the young woman's family history resurfaced when the press revealed her father's political role under the Videla dictatorship in Argentina. This revelation sparked debate within Dutch society and thrust Máxima into the spotlight.
The series follows her gradual adaptation to an ancient monarchical environment, while showing the dilemma between her personal identity and the place expected of her within the court. The script is based on exchanges marked by media pressure and questions about her family heritage, depicting a journey that has become public despite herself.
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The project is produced by Millstreet Films, which has already been involved in several Dutch dramas. It is being developed in partnership with FBO and Beta Film, a European distributor of international series. The lead role is played by Delfina Chaves, an Argentine actress who made her name in drama series. Martijn Lakemeier plays Willem-Alexander, following notable roles in historical productions. Sebastian Koch, an actor who has appeared in several European works, joins the cast. Filming took place in the Netherlands, Spain, and Argentina to recreate the real environments associated with Máxima's life.
The series adopts a biographical tone marked by an intimate approach focused on the character's personal choices. It is aimed at audiences interested in stories inspired by real events, contemporary royal families, and family dramas. The pace favors relationship dynamics and the construction of a public destiny framed by institutions.
Máxima
Series | 2024
Season 1 available on HBO Max on December 27, 2025
Biopic | 6 episodes of 60 min
Created by Marnie Blok, Ilse Ott | Starring Delfina Chaves, Martijn Lakemeier, Sebastian Koch
Nationality: Netherlands
The series offers a biographical account that traces the decisive years that led Máxima to join the Dutch royal family.
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