Heated Rivalry Season 2 Begins Filming in Toronto

The second season of the queer‑hockey series Heated Rivalry has started production in Toronto. Lead actors Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie were photographed on location wearing coordinated outfits, confirming their return for the upcoming six‑episode run. Show creator Jacob Tierney announced that the new season will draw from Rachel Reid’s novel The Long Game, expanding the storyline of characters Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. HBO and Crave have green‑lit the season, which is slated to air next spring. Rumors of a casting addition involving Justice Smith have circulated on social media, but neither the production nor the actor has confirmed the report.