Eight years of secret love on the ice comes to a head. The final three episodes of Heated Rivalry are now on HBO Max — watch the full first season today.
A rivalry that goes far beyond the rink
All six episodes of Heated Rivalry‘s first season are now available on HBO Max. The arrival of the final three installments completes the story of Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, two of the biggest stars in Major League Hockey — rivals on the ice, and something far more complicated off it.
What starts as an intense, unspoken attraction between two young rookies evolves into a sweeping story of love, denial, and self-discovery spanning eight years. As they chase glory on the ice, they are forced to confront feelings neither of them can fully explain.
Adapted from a beloved literary saga
The series is based on the acclaimed Game Changers saga by Canadian author Rachel Reid, a fan favorite in the LGBTQ+ sports romance genre. Showrunner Jacob Tierney — the award-winning writer, director, and producer behind Letterkenny and Shoresy — brings Reid’s world to life with his signature sharp storytelling.
The series stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie in the lead roles, with a supporting cast that includes François Arnaud, Robbie G.K., Christina Chang, Dylan Walsh, Sophie Nélisse, and Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova.
Torn between the sport that defines their lives and a love impossible to ignore, Shane and Ilya must decide whether there is room for something as fragile — and as powerful — as true love in a fiercely competitive world.
Production and international distribution
Heated Rivalry is an original Crave (Bell Media) series, produced by Accent Aigu Entertainment and distributed internationally by Sphere Abacus. The show earned strong reviews and audience enthusiasm in Canada before landing on HBO Max’s global platform.
Details
Series: Heated Rivalry
Streaming on: HBO Max
Episodes: 6 episodes — full first season now available
Stars: Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie
Created by: Jacob Tierney
Based on: The Game Changers saga by Rachel Reid
More info: hbomaxlapress.com
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