Overview
- HBO Max confirmed the German debut for February 6 via social media after the service’s January 13 launch did not include the series.
- The first season comprises six episodes created, written, and directed by Jacob Tierney, adapting Rachel Reid’s Game-Changers novels.
- The story centers on rival Major League Hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, played by Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie.
- In North America, the series became Crave’s most-watched title and delivered HBO Max’s strongest debut for a non-animated licensed series.
- A second season has been ordered, and the show’s explicit portrayal of gay relationships has prompted wider sports conversations, with Williams reporting messages from closeted athletes.