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Heated Rivalry Episode 4 "Rose"
Welcome to Solo Movie Dates, where we are covering all episodes of Heated Rivalry.
Today we delve into Episode 4.
Episode 4: Rose
Between 2014 and 2016, Shane and Ilya’s relationship oscillates between professional dominance on the ice and an increasingly complicated secret bond off of it. While their respective teams find massive success, the two continue to downplay their connection to friends, dismissing years of constant texting as nothing serious. However, a rare night of domestic intimacy—complete with shared meals and vulnerable conversations about family—briefly cracks their armor. When an intense physical moment causes Shane to panic and flee, he seeks refuge in a high-profile public romance with actress Rose Landry. The move triggers a toxic cycle of jealousy that culminates in a tense nightclub confrontation in Montreal, where both men use others to wound one another. The episode closes on a haunting note of longing, proving that despite their public posturing and new partners, they remain obsessively tethered to each other.
Heated Rivalry
Adapted from Rachel Reid’s bestselling Game Changers novels, Heated Rivalry is an HBO Max and Crave original series that explores the decade-long, secret "enemies-to-lovers" romance between professional hockey icons Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. Led by award-winning showrunner Jacob Tierney (Letterkenny, Shoresy), who wrote and directed the season, the production was brought to life by Accent Aigu Entertainment. To ensure the adaptation stayed true to the emotional depth of the source material, Rachel Reid served as a consulting producer, helping to translate the gritty, high-stakes world of the MLH from the page to the screen.
The series features a breakout cast led by Hudson Williams as the disciplined Canadian captain Shane Hollander and Connor Storrie as the complex Russian superstar Ilya Rozanov. The ensemble is rounded out by François Arnaud as the veteran Scott Hunter and Robbie G.K. as Kip Grady, whose parallel storyline provides a poignant look at the personal costs of the closet. Celebrated for its authentic "Canadianness" and groundbreaking representation of queer athletes, the show has been hailed for its raw intimacy and its ability to balance intense sports drama with a deeply character-driven narrative.
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By NHCWelcome to Solo Movie Dates, where we are covering all episodes of Heated Rivalry.
Today we delve into Episode 4.
Episode 4: Rose
Between 2014 and 2016, Shane and Ilya’s relationship oscillates between professional dominance on the ice and an increasingly complicated secret bond off of it. While their respective teams find massive success, the two continue to downplay their connection to friends, dismissing years of constant texting as nothing serious. However, a rare night of domestic intimacy—complete with shared meals and vulnerable conversations about family—briefly cracks their armor. When an intense physical moment causes Shane to panic and flee, he seeks refuge in a high-profile public romance with actress Rose Landry. The move triggers a toxic cycle of jealousy that culminates in a tense nightclub confrontation in Montreal, where both men use others to wound one another. The episode closes on a haunting note of longing, proving that despite their public posturing and new partners, they remain obsessively tethered to each other.
Heated Rivalry
Adapted from Rachel Reid’s bestselling Game Changers novels, Heated Rivalry is an HBO Max and Crave original series that explores the decade-long, secret "enemies-to-lovers" romance between professional hockey icons Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. Led by award-winning showrunner Jacob Tierney (Letterkenny, Shoresy), who wrote and directed the season, the production was brought to life by Accent Aigu Entertainment. To ensure the adaptation stayed true to the emotional depth of the source material, Rachel Reid served as a consulting producer, helping to translate the gritty, high-stakes world of the MLH from the page to the screen.
The series features a breakout cast led by Hudson Williams as the disciplined Canadian captain Shane Hollander and Connor Storrie as the complex Russian superstar Ilya Rozanov. The ensemble is rounded out by François Arnaud as the veteran Scott Hunter and Robbie G.K. as Kip Grady, whose parallel storyline provides a poignant look at the personal costs of the closet. Celebrated for its authentic "Canadianness" and groundbreaking representation of queer athletes, the show has been hailed for its raw intimacy and its ability to balance intense sports drama with a deeply character-driven narrative.
Join the Community: Come and join us on Patreon on Instagram to talk more about films, pop culture and all things Solo Movie Dates
Support the Show: If you’ve listened to more than one episode, I’d really appreciate a follow or a subscribe. And if you’re feeling generous, leave a little five-star review!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.