Actor Damian Hardung discussed his Maxton Hall character, James, and the importance of exploring his lowest moments to enable meaningful growth.
“Showing him rock bottom then gives you the capacity to really let him grow,” the actor says about James’ redemption arc.
Hardung explained that depicting James’ struggles helps audiences understand his emotional depth and eventual transformation. Hitting rock bottom allows the character to re-evaluate his priorities and rebuild himself through empathy, humility, and perseverance. The actor emphasized that this internal journey mirrors the universal theme of personal change.
The series has resonated with international audiences, who connected with its authentic storytelling and complex characters. Hardung reflected on how the story’s emotional honesty contributed to Maxton Hall’s global popularity and critical recognition, noting that the show’s appeal crosses cultural boundaries due to its genuine portrayal of growth and redemption.
“People everywhere understand what it means to mess up and want to make things right,” he added.
Damian Hardung shares how exploring his character’s lowest point in Maxton Hall enriched James’ path to redemption and helped the show gain powerful emotional resonance worldwide.