Heartstopper

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 22, 2022
Season #: 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 103 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 103
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 103
  3. Negative: 16 out of 103

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  1. watchdawg
    Apr 24, 2022
    10
    Beautiful love story. Well acted. Cute and British. Great LGBTI representation.
  2. martyparte
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    This is a truly heartwarming series. Great acting by a very likeable cast of actors. I found myself smiling a lot of the time while watching it. A truly interesting look at the challenges facing teenagers today. I would highly recommend this series to anybody. 10/10
  3. yosrege
    Apr 29, 2022
    10
    heartstopper brought me so back so many memories and tears. this is the most accurate and most beautiful lgbtq+ tv series i’ve ever seen. it’s just so pure and so well-done. i love the cast and their energy. everything about this is chef kiss.
  4. deanmentor
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    How do I even start. Heartstopper was a roller coaster of emotions, but was not toxic in any way. It showed friendship,love, and acceptance. The show also portrayed the characters well, with the cast being almost the same age as the characters in the web novel, which gave a more authentic feel of a show. A rush of endophins after every episodes.
  5. OliverGomes
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    This show is perfect, make we believe in us and the humanity again, I just can't explain, it's feeling explosion.
  6. tanloc072
    May 2, 2022
    10
    I'm so excited to watch this series. It's absolutely great and so touchful. I really hope that there'll be a next season beacause I love it so much.
  7. Tay95
    May 9, 2022
    10
    Absolutely incredible and uplifting from start to finish! The golden retriever energy really is on display here.
  8. mondster
    May 13, 2022
    10
    One of the warmest, sweetest, and most smartly written teen dramas right now.
  9. MetacriticOnur
    Jun 16, 2022
    8
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  10. LuissDt
    May 3, 2022
    10
    Heartstopper is... too much for me and that's good actually, a lovely script, good leads and acting and good episodes make the colors of the series dazzle
  11. AdamEnDetail
    May 9, 2022
    10
    Heartstopper is tender, charming and truly heartwarming. It thrives in every way possible in its honest and grounded depiction of young love.

    It's Absolutely Brilliant. There are no other words.
  12. Luigi146
    May 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really love everything about this amazing show; the story is simple but beautiful unfolds quite well. The chemistry between the actors is fabulous and just every scene of Nick and Charles fills me with tenderness.… Expand
  13. Drakoulis
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
    A beautiful, sweet and heartwarming story!
    Alice Oseman managed to perfectly adapt her already wonderful comics into a Netflix show.
    The cinematography with the little aminations is wonderful, and the acting from Joe Locke and Kit Connor is top-notch!
  14. Jay_Rosie
    May 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The show we needed as kids. Heartstopper isn't a show full of drama and crazy cliffhangers. What it is is the representation needed in queer cinema. A show that shows that not only is it ok to be queer, but you can have a happy ending as well. Too many times in cinema queer people are represented as tragedies. This is not that. The last feelings I have were bittersweet. This is a show I needed when I was young nut I'm grateful that the younger generation has this.… Expand
  15. AresMors
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    This show is the best, If there isn't a Season 2, We got to riot and protest.
  16. DanhNhan
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    This show is just amazing. Everything is brilliant: acting, humor, character personality... The series spreads positivity to the world and helps people better understand the lives of people in the LGBT+ community.
  17. lorenzo06
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    watching this show is like being hugged by the person you love all the time. unlike all other queer shows it is not tragic or dramatic, but it is extremely relatable to all teenagers on their journey of self-discovery. it makes you feel normal about your queer-being and it really helps you realize that you deserve love!
    the tenderness and love of the characters is best rendered by the    watching this show is like being hugged by the person you love all the time. unlike all other queer shows it is not tragic or dramatic, but it is extremely relatable to all teenagers on their journey of self-discovery. it makes you feel normal about your queer-being and it really helps you realize that you deserve love!
    the tenderness and love of the characters is best rendered by the chemistry between the actors.
    while watching this show I became passionate about each of the characters and their stories: in fact each of them has their own personal story that progresses in all the episodes.
    I absolutely recommend heartstopper, as something new and definitely unforgettable !!    … Expand
  18. santiblgr
    Apr 23, 2022
    10
    P E R F E C T. Like I've watching it on repeat since it came out, it's so beautiful.
  19. jexxie88
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    A show without much conflict that is nevertheless extremely compelling. The central relationship is chaste and sweet, with chemistry between actors so intense they seem as if they'll burst into flames at any moment.
  20. JoaoAlmeida
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    if netflix don't confirm the season 2 of this series there's gonna be a huge fight
  21. All_ButTrU4
    Apr 23, 2022
    8
    8.8/10
    This is just what i needed.
    For someone who's fallen in love but has never had the opportunity to be in love this show leaked onto a neglected want I'd somehow deluded myself of wanting. It's not something i thought people like me could have,a love independent of dubious internet introductions or perverted age differences- pure kinship. I've found it here in the wonderfully paced    8.8/10
    This is just what i needed.
    For someone who's fallen in love but has never had the opportunity to be in love this show leaked onto a neglected want I'd somehow deluded myself of wanting. It's not something i thought people like me could have,a love independent of dubious internet introductions or perverted age differences- pure kinship. I've found it here in the wonderfully paced 8 episode's which move with a careful certainty surrounding it's contents as it slowly constructs it's inhabitants. These characters are very real,what they feel hurts or brightens, no black & white but most importantly there's this glowing sense of community. An acceptance of people for who they are and where they are within themselves.

    "Heartstoppers " is true to it's name at multiple occasions. It's stacked with quietly sincere moments of connection that whilst making my eyes water with second hand joy darken my heart with the reality that i am only watching.

    Nick is on the surface a cast of a cliché one we've been bombarded with (see: nate jacobs) that encapsulates distance, stoicism, aggressive and rage but the cliché are dismantled. Nick is a caring broad beacon of kindness, hes gentle and thoughtful,a near antheisis to the archetype confused heterosexual jock. His interactions with Charlie have an enviable excitement bereft of the agony of sexual confusion being used as a source of blame. Charlie own characterization is actually uncomfortable for me to watch...it's too close to home,to me. His introductory liason is a verbally abusive parasitic arrangement that serves to affrim his own self hatred:secretive sex ,slurs and gaslighting . He's demure for a man of his gifts and appeal . He feels small to witness like watching the city from a plane, you know this isn't how it looks that it's bigger but you're disconnected from the grounds perspective so you focus on the blurry insignificance. Charlie has a supportive friend group that never fails to be there for him a group composed of the feminine heterosexual Tao ,timid bisexual steven and recently transition p.o.c trans female. They create the grounds for interesting storylines as miscommunication goes awry between the few as they diverge into separate interpersonal relationships.

    This show is far from perfect. It does tend to play it safe with a more sanitized exploration of teen romance than would normally exist (it's not as straight-washed as love,simon or victor) instead it feels innocent instead of pandering. But it does withhold the show doing justice to serious happenings which are either dulled or forgotten such as the near sexual assault in episode 2. The sidd characters are characterized solidly enough but they do feel empty of the realism people in their situations would feel. The actor is ok ,nothing to note or denounce. Overall this show fails to be brilliant but at least it doesn't try to. It's modest without being ashamed and delivers all it needs to. It's piqued my interest with the original source material.

    Definitely a must watch.    … Expand
  22. elia6
    May 2, 2022
    10
    One of the best first seasons for a netflix show EVER, season 2 better come out next year because is a must.
  23. jdidi
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    So happy for seeing an authentic show, with real teenagers struggling with day life problems for lgbtq+ persons. The story is so warm, and like the books, it touchs your heart. GREEEEAT cast, nice chemistry between the main characters (charlie and nick) role by incredible actors (kit and joe), looking for a season 2 NOWWW!
  24. EmalineHoward
    Jul 15, 2022
    9
    The show isn’t completely perfect: Tara and Darcy don’t have very compelling backstories, much of the conflict is pretty easily resolved, and sometimes the show feels like it’s more for fans of the comics than for general audiences. But beyond some minor issues, the acting, costumes, animations, dialogue and humour are all there, and a queer show with such gentleness and warmth is a uniqueThe show isn’t completely perfect: Tara and Darcy don’t have very compelling backstories, much of the conflict is pretty easily resolved, and sometimes the show feels like it’s more for fans of the comics than for general audiences. But beyond some minor issues, the acting, costumes, animations, dialogue and humour are all there, and a queer show with such gentleness and warmth is a unique thing that deserves to be celebrated.… Expand
  25. shaunat
    Apr 23, 2022
    10
    Excellent adaptation. I just can't get over how wholesome, heartwarming and revelatory this is.
  26. Dilbbs
    Apr 23, 2022
    10
    Heartstopper is a must check out series for all ages, especially those who might not fully understand themselves.
  27. gagaboy0
    Apr 24, 2022
    10
    As a fan of the graphic novels, I've never seen such a perfect, true to the source material show ever. this is perfect.
  28. autwas
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    Such a beautiful show, with a great cast, beautifully filmed, acting on point.
  29. tomrry08
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. very faithful adaptation, really a cute story that sums up the adolescent fantasy that lgbt people have always dreamed of but many have been denied.A sincere mountain of emotions accompany the narrative that addresses all kinds of topics that only attract more and more different viewers intrigued and thirsty for new phases of this story.
    this new series is a love letter for those who could not and for those who thanks to this will be able to.    … Expand
  30. Markini
    May 2, 2022
    10
    Heartstopper is just as groundbreaking as Euphoria, Pose, or any other tv show about queer love. However, it does it in the most simple and heartfelt way yet. This is how you do a young adult series that any audience can watch and enjoy. It's innocent and game-changing all at once. The acting, screenwriting, and direction complement each other and create a series that will help so manyHeartstopper is just as groundbreaking as Euphoria, Pose, or any other tv show about queer love. However, it does it in the most simple and heartfelt way yet. This is how you do a young adult series that any audience can watch and enjoy. It's innocent and game-changing all at once. The acting, screenwriting, and direction complement each other and create a series that will help so many kids come to understand themselves, and helps old gays like myself have their heart grow a little bigger.… Expand
  31. CateHuguet
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    if god hates the gays why do we keep winning?!?!?!?!?!!? now i’m off to read the Tori solo book
  32. Kaliseth
    May 3, 2022
    10
    La forma en la que abordan el amor adolescente, desde una perspectiva más inocente que a lo que estamos actualmente acostumbrados en productos audiovisuales, la inclusion de diversidad de una forma totalmente natural y normalizada, lo elaborado del guión y construcción de los personajes, la increíble banda sonora escogida para cada momento, junto con una imagen sumamente cuidada, hacen queLa forma en la que abordan el amor adolescente, desde una perspectiva más inocente que a lo que estamos actualmente acostumbrados en productos audiovisuales, la inclusion de diversidad de una forma totalmente natural y normalizada, lo elaborado del guión y construcción de los personajes, la increíble banda sonora escogida para cada momento, junto con una imagen sumamente cuidada, hacen que sea una obra preciosa para el espectador. La forma de abordar el romance y el descubrimiento de diversas orientaciones me parece muy bien plasmada, así como plasmar las adversidades sin convertirse en un drama crudo, tiene matices de esperanza y luz que hacen que al final de cada nudo argumental, sientas un alivio y felicidad por los personajes.

    Simplemente, es una obra como pocas, ojalá más contenido así.    … Expand
  33. Smiler_0
    May 8, 2022
    10
    the best lgbt series in the world, it is a super beautiful and adorable series, I have seen it more than 5 times
  34. Illusion0903
    May 5, 2022
    10
    A perfect teenage dream happened in a place that's too close to Utopia that I genuinely get lost in it. If this show includes "Dancing 'round the kitchen in the refrigerator light", it lives all my romantic fantasy. And Nick is someone who's too perfect even for fantasy. Ah, youth. If anyone hate this show, he/she/they must hate life, just saying. BTW, the journey of Nick exploring hisA perfect teenage dream happened in a place that's too close to Utopia that I genuinely get lost in it. If this show includes "Dancing 'round the kitchen in the refrigerator light", it lives all my romantic fantasy. And Nick is someone who's too perfect even for fantasy. Ah, youth. If anyone hate this show, he/she/they must hate life, just saying. BTW, the journey of Nick exploring his sexuality is way more powerful and inspiring than it seems, I actually cried my eyeballs out in the scene where Nick came out to his mother. That's some powerful stuff right there, thank u Olivia Coleman and Kit Connor. We need more of this in this miserable time.… Expand
  35. DanielLG
    Apr 23, 2022
    10
    La mejor serie del año hasta el momento, necesita nominacion por guión en los EMMYs
  36. JulioMaximoff
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    So important, cute and the best adaptation of a comic. I hope they do a second season
  37. Checoioni2
    May 11, 2022
    10
    Uno spettacolo romantico e che mette di buon umore. Per tutti e per tutte le età
  38. patchi
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    such a wholesome show about romance, friendship, and identity. i love all the characters, but most especially nick and charlie. here’s hoping they give us a second season!
  39. Bertrandoskt
    Apr 25, 2022
    10
    Finalmente uma comédia romântica com representação lgbtqi + sem precisar de nenhum apelo sexual, enredo leve que te tira sorrisos a todo momento , um romance açucarado igual tantos outros romances que ja existem de casais heterossexuais e repetindo novamente sem previsar de apelos sexual, esperando novas temporadas.
  40. AncientAmber
    Apr 25, 2022
    4
    I wanted and expected to like the show but it really wasn't for me. The characters all seemed fairly uninteresting and the acting was average. I would describe the writing as "polite" and safe. I didn't make it past the first episode, maybe it gets better?
  41. dreampunx
    Apr 23, 2022
    5
    While the show definitely delivers an overdose of cuteness, the writing is lacking. The missing bones of a clear narrative structure turned episodes into a string of cutesy scenes loosely tied together with plot threads that dead ended, or resolved quickly, leaving no key conflicts to bolster the story. There were also character soup issues, with characters like Isaac being cut completelyWhile the show definitely delivers an overdose of cuteness, the writing is lacking. The missing bones of a clear narrative structure turned episodes into a string of cutesy scenes loosely tied together with plot threads that dead ended, or resolved quickly, leaving no key conflicts to bolster the story. There were also character soup issues, with characters like Isaac being cut completely from entire episodes. This is great escapism for gay teens, and it'll be refreshing for many gay adult audiences looking to relive the exhilaration of being young and head-over-heels in love, but don't go searching for recurring themes or commentary because it's simply not there. Shows like Young Royals and the campier Elite deliver a much more tightly bundled package of representation and plot, something this show desperately needs.… Expand

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#27 Best TV Season of 2022
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#17 Most Discussed TV Season of 2022

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85

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. The Playlist
    Reviewed by: Nick Allen
    May 31, 2022
    91
    It’s the kind of gem that rarely pushes its characters and their stories. Instead, it allows them to feel as gradual and real as possible, ensuring that its wisdom within strikes especially true.
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  2. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: Saloni Gajjar
    Apr 25, 2022
    91
    Oseman’s work is undeniably sharp and “aww”-inducing, and it might be a challenge not to watch all eight episodes in one sitting. Luckily, though, the four hours will be time well spent.
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  3. The Guardian
    Reviewed by: Rebecca Nicholson
    Apr 22, 2022
    80
    It is a comic book fantasy about LGBTQ+ teenagers, and as such, it softens any hard edges and amplifies the sweetness of the romance at its centre. There is something altogether soothing about the time spent in its company.
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