"The Count's Maid": Russian "Bridgertons" — who stars and what it's about

The period melodrama "The Count's Maid" has already been dubbed the "Russian Bridgertons": grand passions, intrigue, and love behind the facade of opulent aristocratic estates. Filming began in March 2026.

What the series is about

At the center of the plot is young Count Nikolai Sheremetev, who falls in love with the stubborn and sincere noblewoman Anna Averina. On the brink of ruin, Anna is forced to accept work beneath her station — as a maid in his household. From this premise unfolds a story of love that transcends class boundaries.

Who stars in it

The lead roles are played by Matvey Lykov (Count Sheremetev) and Milana Bru (Anna) — this is her first major leading role. The cast also includes Ekaterina Guseva (Elena Averina), Viktor Vasiliev (Ilya Averin), Veronika Zhuravlyova, Vyacheslav Chepurchenko, and others.

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