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Heated Rivalry Sets UK Premiere on Sky and NOW as Viral Hit Secures Season 2

An actor says viewers responded to its depiction of men willing to be vulnerable as the series expands to new markets.

Overview

  • All six episodes will be available in the UK and Ireland on January 10, streaming in full on Sky and NOW.
  • The Canadian series originated on Crave with U.S. distribution on HBO Max and quickly drew intense online attention for its explicit queer intimacy.
  • Adapted from Rachel Reid’s Game Changers novels, the drama centers on rival hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov whose connection evolves over time.
  • François Arnaud told E! the show hooks viewers with sex but resonates for its emotional openness, adding that the hit has already changed his day-to-day.
  • The show has been renewed for a second season as leads Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie gain visibility and pursue related projects.