The TV series Heated Rivalry takes place over many years in the careers of two rival pro hockey players, following them from their rookie seasons through championship runs and international tournaments.

In-universe timeline

  • The core story spans roughly a decade of the characters’ lives as professional hockey players, starting when they are young stars just breaking into the league and continuing into their late-career peak.
  • Key moments include early league play, Olympic-level international games, and multiple playoff runs, so the rivalry unfolds across regular seasons, playoffs, and off‑season meetups.
  • Their relationship and rivalry evolve in parallel with major milestones in their careers, showing how time, injuries, fame, and pressure reshape both the feud and the romance.

Real-world release timing

  • Season 1 of Heated Rivalry premiered on November 28, 2025, on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S. and Australia.
  • The six-episode season ran weekly through December 26, 2025, with a two‑episode premiere followed by four Fridays of new episodes.

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