The Swiss Alps just became the most dangerous place in Palm Beach society. Palm Royale Season 2 Episode 8, “Maxine Hits the Slopes,” delivered jaw-dropping moments that left viewers stunned—especially concerning Douglas Dellacorte’s fate after a mysterious poisoning incident.

Palm Royale Episode 8 Overview

Detail	Information
Episode Title	“Maxine Hits the Slopes”
Air Date	December 31, 2025
Streaming Platform	Apple TV+
Douglas’ Status	Unconscious after suspected poisoning
Key Location	Switzerland
Major Revelation	Robert has a child; Real Norma is dead

What Happened to Douglas?

Douglas collapses after drinking schnapps from Lotte, clutching his chest and appearing unconscious, raising questions about poisoning or a panic attack. The dramatic scene occurred during the Swiss adventure as Palm Beach’s elite gathered to secure the Dellacorte fortune.

The hotel receptionist Lotte—revealed to be Charlotte Moriarty, Norma’s biological mother—served Douglas the potentially fatal drink. Whether this was deliberate poisoning or coincidence remains unclear, but the timing couldn’t be worse for Maxine’s plans.

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Swiss Chaos Unfolds

The episode takes Palm Beach society from sunny Florida to snowy Switzerland, where multiple storylines collide. Maxine’s attempt to claim the Dellacorte fortune hits a roadblock when the bank refuses her signature—only Douglas’ ex-wife Linda can legally access the trust.

Meanwhile, shocking discoveries emerge: Maxine and Douglas find the real Norma Dellacorte’s grave, confirming the current “Norma” is an impostor. Even more startling, letters reveal Robert has a secret child, complicating inheritance claims.

According to Apple TV+’s official page, the series continues exploring ambition and deception in 1960s high society.

Multiple Cliffhangers

Episode 8 ends with three major unresolved mysteries:

Douglas’ uncertain survival after the poisoning
Evelyn’s dramatic fall during the Krampus ceremony
Robert’s true intentions regarding his hidden child and the Dellacorte inheritance

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What’s Next?

With only two episodes remaining in Season 2, tensions escalate as Maxine races to expose the fake Norma while dealing with Douglas’ medical emergency. Episode 9, “Maxine Hears a Confession,” premieres January 7, 2026, promising more Alpine revelations.

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FAQs

Is Douglas really dead on Palm Royale?

Douglas’ fate remains uncertain after collapsing from suspected poisoning, though the show likely hasn’t killed him off yet given the baby storyline hasn’t resolved.