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Heated Rivalry Finale Caps Breakout Run as Crave Confirms Season 2

The first season concluded on strong streaming momentum, with planning for a second run still in early stages.

Overview

  • The six-episode first season finished on Dec. 26, streaming on Crave in Canada and HBO Max in the U.S.
  • The series surged to the No. 1 spot on HBO Max during its run and helped fuel renewed attention to Rachel Reid’s Game Changers novels, which have sold 650,000 copies since 2018, according to Harlequin.
  • Crave/Bell Media officially renewed the show on Dec. 12, with leads Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie reported to return under multi‑season deals.
  • Season 2 is expected to draw from Reid’s sequel The Long Game, though detailed plot and full casting information have not been announced.
  • Showrunner Jacob Tierney says writing has not begun; Williams has suggested filming could start in summer 2026, and no premiere date has been set as the team prioritizes quality over speed.