Published: November 9, 2026 · Last updated: November 9, 2026 · 3 min read

Heartstopper is a 2022 television drama series created by Alice Oseman. This guide provides an overview of the show's premise and structure across its 3 seasons.

Spoiler-free: this page uses only the official synopsis and public data.

Heartstopper at a Glance

Poster for Heartstopper (2022)
Poster: TMDB
Release date2022-04-22
GenresDrama
Created byAlice Oseman
Seasons / episodes3 seasons, 24 episodes
NetworkNetflix
StatusCanceled
Top castJoe Locke, Kit Connor, William Gao, Yasmin Finney
US ratingTV-14
More detailsIMDb page · TMDB page
Still image from Heartstopper (2022)
Image: TMDB

Ratings Snapshot

SourceScoreVotes
TMDB (audience votes)8.6/101791

What Is Heartstopper About? (Spoiler-Free)

Students Charlie and Nick explore the potential for a romantic connection while attending school. The story follows their evolving relationship and the personal challenges they face during their youth.

Cast and Characters

  • Joe Locke as Charlie Spring
  • Kit Connor as Nick Nelson
  • William Gao as Tao Xu
  • Yasmin Finney as Elle Argent
  • Corinna Brown as Tara Jones
  • Kizzy Edgell as Darcy Olsson
  • Tobie Donovan as Isaac Henderson
  • Rhea Norwood as Imogen Heaney

Who Should Watch Heartstopper?

It may suit you if:

  • You enjoy television dramas focused on high school relationships.
  • You are interested in character-driven stories about young love.
  • You prefer narrative series featuring ensemble casts.

You might skip it if:

  • You are not interested in teen-focused drama series.
  • You prefer stories that are not centered on school environments.

Before You Watch

This TV-14 rated drama consists of 24 episodes total. The series is currently categorized as canceled.

Shows Like Heartstopper

These picks come from TMDB’s audience recommendations for Heartstopper.

TitleTMDB scoreAbout
The O.C. (2003)7.7/10Ryan Atwood, a teen from the wrong side of the tracks, moves in with a wealthy family willing to give him a chance.
Anne with an E (2017)8.7/10A coming-of-age story about an outsider who, against all odds and numerous challenges, fights for love and acceptance and for her place in the world.
Dawson's Creek (1998)7.3/10Dawson's Creek is an American teen drama that portrays the fictional lives of a close-knit group of teenagers through high school and college.
Days of Our Lives (1965)6.2/10The Horton and Brady broods endure the romantic trials of life in Salem, a Midwestern hamlet filled with evil geniuses, star-crossed lovers and a…
The Fosters (2013)7.5/10Stef Foster, a dedicated police officer, and her partner Lena Adams, a school vice principal, have built a close-knit, loving family with Stef's…
Nancy Drew (2019)7.7/10Nancy Drew makes plans to leave her hometown for college, but finds herself drawn into a supernatural murder mystery instead.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many seasons does Heartstopper have?

Heartstopper has 3 season(s) and 24 episode(s) listed on TMDB. Status: Canceled.

Who created Heartstopper?

Alice Oseman.

Who stars in Heartstopper?

Joe Locke, Kit Connor, William Gao, Yasmin Finney, Corinna Brown.

When was Heartstopper released?

The first release date listed on TMDB is 2022-04-22.

What is the US rating of Heartstopper?

TMDB lists a US rating of TV-14. Check the official rating body for the reasons behind it.

Data checked on November 9, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.

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About this guide. Published by Morfeli on November 9, 2026. Facts come from public data sources (TMDB, OMDb, Deezer) and are summarized with AI assistance. This page is a data summary, not a critic’s review or a personal opinion; nobody here claims to have rated the title. Scores and details change over time. See our Editorial Policy.