New Role After 'Maxton Hall': 'I Found This Getting Dirty Cool' - New Role After 'Maxton Hall': 'I Found This Getting Dirty Cool'
ARD is set to release a new historical drama, Black Gold, in late 2025. The six-part series unfolds around 1900 in the rugged landscape of Lüneburg Heath. At its heart lies a gripping tale of wealth, power, and hidden secrets beneath the earth.
The story centres on Johanna Lambert, a young farmer’s daughter working as a maid. Played by Harriet Herbig-Matten, known for her role in Maxton Hall, Johanna’s family unknowingly sits on land rich with oil. This discovery draws the attention of Tyler Robertson, a ruthless oil tycoon portrayed by Marton Csokas. His character stops at nothing to claim the valuable reserve.
Johanna’s life takes another turn when she crosses paths with Richard, the son of a wealthy neighbouring farmer. Played by Aaron Hilmer, Richard becomes both a romantic interest and a key figure in the unfolding conflict. The series weaves their personal struggles against the backdrop of an industrial revolution sweeping through rural Germany. *Black Gold* will premiere on December 22, 2025, in the ARD media library. A week later, it airs on ARD at 8:15 PM on December 29, 2025. The production promises a mix of drama, romance, and high-stakes ambition set in a pivotal era.
The series brings together a cast of rising and established stars, from Herbig-Matten’s determined Johanna to Csokas’s calculating tycoon. With its late 19th-century setting and modern themes of greed and survival, Black Gold aims to captivate audiences. Viewers can catch the first episode online before its television debut.
