Prime Video has officially greenlit "Superior," a six-part German-language original series set within the high-stakes world of elite hotel management. Filming is currently underway in Bavaria and Switzerland, with the production featuring an ensemble cast of emerging talent and veteran actors. The drama centers on the fictional Swiss Hotel Academy Walding, where personal ambition, forbidden romance, and a murder mystery collide beneath the surface of a luxury institution.
Who is in the cast of Superior?
The series features a mix of rising stars and established performers. According to Amazon’s official production announcement, the cast is led by Zoe Fürmann as Ricca, Jonathan Kriener as Joel, Kjell Brutscheidt as Maximilian, Lukas von Horbatschewsky as Tarek, Jule Hermann as Florence, and Manal Raga a Sabit as Amina.
The supporting cast includes industry veterans Birgit Minichmayr, Benjamin Sadler, Merlin Rose, Peter Lohmeyer, and Nick Romeo Reimann. Franziska Margarete Hoenisch serves as director, while Julian Krubasik handles cinematography.
What is the plot of Superior?
The narrative follows students at the exclusive Swiss Hotel Academy Walding, a setting defined by opulence, white truffles, and high-end suites. However, the prestige of the academy hides significant instability. The central conflict involves Ricca, a scholarship student who falsified her résumé to gain admission. Her secret is threatened by fellow student Joel, who harbors his own deceptions.
The series explores the fallout of these lies, including forbidden affairs and a rivalry that eventually leads to a murder mystery. The producers describe the show as a blend of elite lifestyle drama and suspenseful thriller.
Who is producing the series?
"Superior" is produced by the Swiss production company Zodiac Pictures in collaboration with MMC Zodiac. The project is supported by the German Motion Picture Fund (GMPF) and FilmFernsehFonds (FFF).
The creative team includes:
- Executive Producers: Jessica Hefti, Lukas Hobi, and Reto Schaerli
- Producer: Lennart Lenzing
- Head Writer/Creator: Adrian Spring
- Writing Team: Ruth Rehmet and John-Hendrik Karsten
How does Superior fit into the current streaming landscape?
The production reflects a broader strategy by Prime Video to invest in localized, high-budget European content. By focusing on a specific niche—the luxury hospitality industry—the series distinguishes itself from more conventional teen dramas. While the title "Superior" is currently confirmed as a working title, the scale of the production, utilizing locations across Bavaria and Switzerland, signals a significant investment in regional storytelling aimed at a global audience.
The series is expected to provide a darker look at the industry, contrasting the "flawless surface" of hotel management with the "deadly consequences" of the characters’ actions. No official release date has been set, as the production is still in the active filming stage.