When to Catch New Episodes of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 1 on HBO Max

HBO Max Premieres New Romantic Drama ‘Heated Rivalry’

This winter, HBO Max is heating things up with the debut of its new romantic drama, Heated Rivalry. The series, based on Rachel Reid’s book series Game Changers, was originally created for Canada’s Crave streaming service by writer-director-producer Jacob Tierney.

The streaming platform acquired the U.S. and Australian rights to the show, which premiered on November 28. Featuring six episodes, Heated Rivalry will follow a weekly release schedule, with viewers eagerly anticipating the next installment.

Heated Rivalry centers on hockey players Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, portrayed by Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, respectively. The two are celebrated stars in Major League Hockey, driven by ambition, rivalry, and an undeniable attraction that complicates their professional lives.

The narrative unfolds as a secret romance between the two rookies blossoms into a complex journey spanning eight years. As they pursue fame on the ice, Shane and Ilya grapple with their evolving feelings off the rink. They face the challenge of balancing their competitive careers with the profound emotions tied to their relationship, ultimately questioning whether their demanding world can accommodate genuine love.

The schedule for Heated Rivalry Season 1 episodes is as follows:

• November 28: Episode 1 (“Rookies”) and Episode 2 (“Olympians”)
• December 5: Episode 3
• December 12: Episode 4 (“Rose”)
• December 19: Episode 5 (“I’ll Believe in Anything”)
• December 26: Episode 6 (“The Cottage”) — Season Finale

The main cast includes Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander and Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov, along with François Arnaud, Christina Chang, Dylan Walsh, Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, Sophie Nélisse, and Callan Potter.

Produced by Accent Aigu Entertainment in collaboration with Bell Media’s Crave, Heated Rivalry is distributed internationally by Sphere Abacus. The inclusion of a diverse ensemble cast adds depth to this emotional exploration of love and ambition within the competitive landscape of professional sports.