When was the last time your heart melted while watching ice hockey?
The new Canadian series Passionate rivalryabout star-crossed male hockey players who fall for each other but whose love is tested by a season of drama, has been buzzing screens across North America since its premiere on November 28.
The first period, er, episode begins with Shane Hollander introducing himself to fellow rising star Ilya Rozanov before a major international tournament, Ilya’s arrogance towards the serious but buttoned-up Shane no match for the obvious spark between them.
“It’s a gay love story set in the world of hockey, so its very existence is an act of rebellion,” said the series creator. Jacob Tierneywho adapted the story from his favorite #Booktok Rachel ReidThe romantic queer hockey series Game changerssaid Life in Toronto. “But the show itself is happily ever after. I didn’t want to subvert too many romantic tropes.”
But if your algorithm didn’t succeed Passionate rivalry your way and you wonder who, what, where did this come from, how can I watch and how hot is it East this show, so don’t skate anymore because we’ve got you covered.
