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Originally Published 1 day ago — by The New York Times
The first season of 'Heated Rivalry' on HBO Max has gained surprising popularity, with viewership increasing rapidly and attracting a young, enthusiastic crowd eager to see its stars, Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, on 'The Tonight Show'.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
The second season of HBO Max's medical drama 'The Pitt' continues to deliver a compelling mix of thrilling, gory, and comforting storytelling, with familiar characters and new challenges set around the Fourth of July, emphasizing themes of care, technology, and human resilience.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by variety.com
'The Pitt' Season 2 returns with an expanded cast and continues to explore social issues through the lens of a Pittsburgh hospital, maintaining its realistic, character-driven storytelling and social consciousness, while subtly evolving its characters amidst ongoing challenges.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by CBS News
'The Pitt' is a realistic medical drama on HBO Max starring Noah Wyle, who also serves as an executive producer. The show emphasizes authenticity in medical procedures and addresses contemporary issues like COVID-19's impact on healthcare, public trust, and healthcare worker stress. Season 2 begins streaming on January 8, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by medical professionals.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The New York Times
The article provides an inside look at the making of the second season of 'The Pitt,' a realistic hospital drama on HBO Max, featuring Noah Wyle and a busy, chaotic set that mimics real hospital environments.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Mashable
This article highlights the top new streaming releases for the week, including movies, series, and special performances across platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and Starz, featuring titles such as 'The Home,' 'Evil Influencer,' 'Good Night, and Good Luck,' 'Eternity,' and the complete Indiana Jones series, along with the final season of 'Stranger Things'.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by TechRadar
True Detective season 5 has been officially renewed with a potential release around 2027, featuring a new cast and set in Jamaica Bay, New York. Issa López will continue as showrunner, and Nicolas Cage is reportedly in talks to star. No trailer or official cast announcements have been made yet, and the story is expected to be a new murder case with a darker, twisted tone. There is also potential for the return of previous characters in future seasons.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by TVGuide.com
Season 2 of the popular queer romantic drama Heated Rivalry, based on Rachel Reid's series, is confirmed but likely won't premiere until late 2026 or early 2027 due to filming timelines. The series follows the secret romance of hockey rivals Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, exploring their relationship amidst personal and professional challenges. The show will continue to focus on their love story, with potential new characters from the book series, and is expected to delve into darker themes and more mature relationship dynamics in the upcoming season.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Vulture
Heated Rivalry, a popular gay hockey show on HBO Max, has been renewed for a second season, but due to the need for groundwork and creative development, it may not premiere until 2027, with creators aiming to avoid rushing the quality of the show.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by The New York Times
‘Heated Rivalry’ is a Canadian series about a romantic relationship between two closeted male hockey players, adapted from a popular romance novel, and has become a surprise hit on HBO Max, gaining popularity through social media and romance reader interest.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Variety
In 'Heated Rivalry,' a pivotal scene in Episode 5 features Scott coming out and sharing a kiss with Kip, which is seen as a game-changing moment for the characters Ilya and Shane, highlighting themes of love, acceptance, and personal growth. Actor François Arnaud discusses the emotional impact of the scene and teases upcoming moments in Season 2.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by Deadline
The creators of 'IT: Welcome to Derry' included a last-minute cameo of Sophia Lillis as Beverly Marsh in the finale to strengthen the connection to the movies, adding a new layer of meaning to a scene from 'IT: Chapter Two' by linking Beverly's traumatic memories to her encounter with Pennywise.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by NPR
Heated Rivalry is a popular HBO Max series about a sexy, queer hockey romance between rival players Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, based on Rachel Reid's romance novels, and features a clandestine affair off the ice.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Mashable
The finale of IT: Welcome to Derry reveals Pennywise's escape from captivity, hints at time travel and future seasons, and connects to Stephen King's broader universe, ending with a flash forward to 1988 and setting up potential storylines involving the Losers' Club.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Variety
HBO Max is launching in Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Liechtenstein on January 13, expanding its European presence, with the UK and Ireland remaining. The platform will feature a wide range of content including HBO, Warner Bros., DC Universe, and Max Originals, along with local series and films. The rollout coincides with the upcoming Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, which will be broadcast live on HBO Max.