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‘Heated Rivalry’ Finale Caps Viral Run as CraveHBO Max Hit Locks Season 2

Renewal is confirmed with writing yet to begin.

Overview

  • Season 1 concluded on Dec. 26 after a six-episode run that climbed to No. 1 on HBO Max, according to the Associated Press.
  • Bell Media’s Crave granted an early renewal on Dec. 12, with HBO Max continuing U.S. distribution.
  • Showrunner Jacob Tierney says he has not started writing season 2, indicating the next installment will arrive later than a year from now.
  • Leads Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie are expected to return under multi‑season deals, per People citing GQ.
  • The forthcoming season is expected to draw from Rachel Reid’s The Long Game, continuing the series’ focus on queer romance in pro hockey.