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‘Heated Rivalry’ Heads to Friday Finale as Breakout Hit Confirms Multi-Season Leads and Targets 2027 Return

Viral buzz plus strong reviews have propelled the Canadian hockey romance to the top of Crave and HBO Max.

Overview

  • Season 1 concludes Friday, Dec. 26, on Crave and HBO Max after a weeks-long surge in viewership and social traction.
  • Crave has ordered Season 2, with creator Jacob Tierney indicating a delayed rollout and an early 2027 premiere window.
  • Stars Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams told GQ they each signed three-season contracts, signaling multi-year plans.
  • The series has become Crave’s most-watched original and HBO Max’s top-rated non-animated acquired title, with a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score reported entering the finale.
  • Hockey media and even NHL venues have amplified the show’s momentum, drawing new fans to the sport through podcasts, arena promos and viral clips.