Season 2 of 'Heated Rivalry' to Feature Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie
WHO:
Deadline - Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie are joining the cast of "Heated Rivalry."
Variety - Justice Smith will play the character Harris Drover, and Charlie Gillespie will play Troy Barrett.
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - Season two of "Heated Rivalry" will be adapted from Rachel Reid’s sixth novel in the series, "The Long Game," which continues the story of Shane and Ilya.
The Hollywood Reporter - The novel "Role Model," which features the characters Harris and Troy, will also serve as source material for the season.
The Hollywood Reporter - The show is set to begin shooting its second season this month.
Collider - The new season of "Heated Rivalry" is described as featuring a "grumpy x sunshine" couple dynamic with the characters Troy and Harris.
NY Post - Fans have reacted positively to the casting of Charlie Gillespie and Justice Smith, with comments such as "welcome home troy and harris."
Deadline - Justice Smith is known for roles in "I Saw the TV Glow" and "Now You See Me: Now You Don’t," while Charlie Gillespie has appeared in "One Night Only," "Splitsville," and "Suze."
Deadline - Season 2 of "Heated Rivalry" is confirmed to feature returning stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie.
Variety - "Heated Rivalry" is described as a hit romantic drama from Canada's Crave Media that airs on HBO Max in the U.S.
WHEN:
Deadline - The debut of Season 2 is confirmed for Spring 2027.
HOW:
Coming Soon - Fans are expressing excitement and anticipation for the upcoming season, indicating a strong interest in the new cast additions.
Variety - Official character descriptions for Harris Drover and Troy Barrett have not yet been provided by Crave and HBO Max.
(UPDATED August 7, 2026 23:28 UTC)
Season two of "Heated Rivalry" is set to begin shooting this month and will be adapted from Rachel Reid’s sixth novel in the series, "The Long Game," which continues the story of Shane and Ilya. Additionally, the novel "Role Model," featuring the characters Harris and Troy, will also serve as source material for this upcoming season. Fans can look forward to an exciting continuation of these beloved stories.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 21:35 UTC)
The new season of "Heated Rivalry" is set to feature a "grumpy x sunshine" couple dynamic with characters Troy and Harris. Fans are buzzing with excitement and anticipation for the upcoming season, showing a strong interest in the new cast additions. This fresh storyline is expected to captivate audiences when it premieres.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 20:38 UTC)
Fans are excited about the casting of Charlie Gillespie and Justice Smith, expressing their enthusiasm with comments like "welcome home troy and harris." The positive reaction highlights the anticipation surrounding their roles. This buzz suggests that audiences are eager to see what these talented actors will bring to their characters.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 19:51 UTC)
Justice Smith, recognized for his roles in "I Saw the TV Glow" and "Now You See Me: Now You Don’t," is set to star alongside Charlie Gillespie, known for "One Night Only," "Splitsville," and "Suze." As of now, official character descriptions for their roles as Harris Drover and Troy Barrett have not been released by Crave and HBO Max. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details about this exciting new project.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 18:41 UTC)
In exciting news for fans of romantic dramas, Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie are set to join the cast of "Heated Rivalry," with Smith playing Harris Drover and Gillespie taking on the role of Troy Barrett. Season 2 will also see the return of popular stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, continuing the show's success as a hit from Canada's Crave Media, airing on HBO Max in the U.S. Mark your calendars, as the debut of Season 2 is confirmed for Spring 2027.