Already confirmed for a second season, the first six episodes of last year’s breakout drama Heated Rivalry finally hit UK screens on Saturday, January 10 on Sky and Now. Read on for how to watch Heated Rivalry online from anywhere with a VPN.
Up until now, Brits have had to patiently read the rave reviews and obsessed fandom surrounding the Canadian show about two rival ice hockey stars – Shane (Hudson Williams) and Ilya (Connor Storrie) – who share a passionate relationship off the ice.
Based on a hit 2019 book by novelist Rachel Reid, the TV show has been described as a ‘steamy’ and ‘horny’ queer romantic drama. Let’s put it this way… you won’t need to be a fan of the NHL ice hockey league to enjoy Heated Rivalry, a story of forbidden love spanning eight years and taking in plenty of euphoric ups and catastrophic downs along the way.
We’ve got all the information below on when and where to stream the show online and watch Heated Rivalry episodes whether you’re in the UK or anywhere else.
How to watch Heated Rivalry in the UK
How to watch Heated Rivalry from abroad
If you’re traveling abroad at the moment, you’ll be unable to watch Heated Rivalry on your Sky or Now subscription like you normally would due to annoying regional restrictions. Luckily, there’s an easy solution.
Use a VPN to watch Heated Rivalry from anywhere
How to watch Heated Rivalry around the world
Heated Rivalry has been out for a while already in other countries around the planet, having debuted on November 28, 2025 in Canada.
For example, all six episodes – including the finale – are available now on HBO Max in the US, Australia and New Zealand, and Crave in Canada.
🇺🇸 🇦🇺 🇳🇿 HBO Max via Prime US$10.99 per month
🇨🇦 Crave via Crave.ca or Prime CA$11.99 per month
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Heated Rivalry episode guide and UK air dates
Below is a short synopsis for each of the six Heated Rivalry episodes, together with the date they are scheduled to air on UK TV on Sky Atlantic. As mentioned above, however, all six episodes will be available to stream online from Saturday, January 10.
Episode 1: Rookies – Saturday, January 10
Two rising hockey superstars, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, meet as fresh‑faced rookies. What begins as fierce on‑ice rivalry quickly takes a surprising turn – their animosity masks a deep attraction neither expected.
Episode 2: Olympians – Saturday, January 10
As international and professional pressures mount, Shane and Ilya’s secret connection is tested. Their hidden fling faces obstacles both on and off the ice, threatening everything they’ve built.
Episode 3: Hunter – Saturday, January 17
Emotional strain and career demands collide, pushing both men to confront what they truly want. Secrets, doubts, and loyalty all come into play as the stakes rise.
Episode 5: I’ll Believe in Anything – Saturday, January 24
A pivotal turning point: honesty, vulnerability, and hard choices come crashing in. Both men must face truths they’ve long avoided, deciding whether love is worth risking everything.
Episode 6: The Cottage – Saturday, January 24
Series finale. Past secrets and future hopes collide. In a tender but tension‑filled climax, Shane and Ilya confront their fears, their ambitions, and each other – culminating in a resolution that could change everything
Heated Rivalry trailer
Heated Rivalry cast
- Hudson Williams as Shane Hollander
- Connor Storrie as Ilya Rozanov
- François Arnaud as Scott Hunter
- Robbie G.K. as Kip Grady
- Christina Chang as Yuna Hollander
- Dylan Walsh as David Hollander
- Sophie Nélisse as Rose Landry
- Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova as Svetlana Vetrova
- Callan Potter as Hayden Pike
- Franco Lo Presti as Cliff Marleau
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