'Heated Rivalry' Returns to the Big Screen

The hockey romance sensation ‘Heated Rivalry’ is coming to Las Vegas theaters for a limited theatrical release this November. Regal Cinemas, along with AMC and Cinemark, will present the fan-favorite queer romantic drama at multiple venues, offering fans a chance to watch the acclaimed series on the big screen.

Nationwide Limited Theatrical Release Details

Regal Cinemas announced that ‘Heated Rivalry’ will be available at more than 650 locations across the United States, including numerous theaters in Las Vegas, from November 6 through November 30. The event marks nearly a year since the series’ original premiere and aims to bring fans together for a communal theater event ahead of the anticipated second season.

Brooks LeBoeuf, Senior Vice President of U.S. Content at Regal, stated, “Nearly a year after its premiere, we’re proud to work with our partners to turn a season fans have watched again and again into a true theatrical event. It’s a chance to celebrate the story, its creators, and its performances before Season 2 arrives in 2027.”

About the Series and Its Cast

‘Heated Rivalry,’ based on bestselling novels by Rachel Reid and adapted by Jacob Tierney, follows the secret romance between rival hockey players Shane Hollander (played by Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie). The ensemble cast also includes François Arnaud, Robbie G.K., Christina Chang, Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova, Sophie Nélisse, and Dylan Walsh. The series originally premiered on Crave in Canada and HBO Max in the United States on November 28, 2025.

The cast and crew are currently filming season two, which is expected to premiere in late spring 2027. The upcoming season will adapt ‘The Long Game’ along with additional entries from the 'Game Changers' book series.

Special Screenings and Las Vegas Showtimes

Each ‘Heated Rivalry’ theatrical screening will feature episodes paired together: Episodes 1 & 2 (“Rookies” and “Olympians”), Episodes 3 & 4 (“Hunter” and “Rose”), and Episodes 5 & 6 (“I’ll Believe in Anything” and “The Cottage”). Regal screenings will further include welcome messages from the series’ cast and directors, with select theaters offering themed cocktails such as ‘Summer in Montreal’ and ‘Russians Don’t Blush.’ Availability for these drinks at Las Vegas locations was not immediately confirmed.

Las Vegas screenings will take place at the following theaters and times:

• Regal Cinemas (Regal Sunset Station, Regal Boulder Station, Regal Red Rock):
  • Episodes 1 & 2: Nov. 6 at 7 p.m., Nov. 7 at 4 p.m., Nov. 8 at 1 p.m., Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.
  • Episodes 3 & 4: Nov. 6 at 10 p.m., Nov. 8 at 4 p.m., Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.
  • Episodes 5 & 6: Nov. 7 at 1 p.m., Nov. 8 at 7 p.m., Nov. 11 at 7 p.m.
• Cinemark Theaters (Century Orleans 18, Century Suncoast 16, Century Santa Fe 16):
  • Episodes 1 & 2: Nov. 6 at 4 p.m., Nov. 7 at 1 p.m., Nov. 8 at 1 p.m.
  • Episodes 3 & 4: Nov. 6 at 7 p.m., Nov. 7 at 4 p.m., Nov. 8 at 4 p.m.
  • Episodes 5 & 6: Nov. 6 at 10 p.m., Nov. 7 at 7 p.m., Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.
• AMC Theaters (Town Square 18, Rainbow Promenade 10):
  • Episodes 1 & 2: Nov. 6 at 7 p.m., Nov. 7 at 4 p.m., Nov. 8 at 1 p.m., Nov. 9 at 7 p.m.
  • Episodes 3 & 4: Nov. 6 at 10 p.m., Nov. 8 at 4 p.m., Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.
  • Episodes 5 & 6: Nov. 7 at 1 p.m., Nov. 8 at 7 p.m., Nov. 11 at 7 p.m.

Additional showtimes are expected to be announced for dates through November 30.

Tickets and Pricing

Advance tickets for all Las Vegas screenings are now available both at theater box offices and online. Tickets can be purchased via theater apps or websites, including REGmovies.com, AMC Theaters, and Cinemark theaters. Ticket pricing is set at $9.99 per screening.

Global Appeal and Anticipation for Season Two

Since its premiere, ‘Heated Rivalry’ has become a global phenomenon sparking considerable social media buzz. Hana Palmer, Executive Director of Global Distribution and Partnerships at Sphere Abacus, expressed excitement in bringing the series to cinemas in North America, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Fans of the series can look forward to the return of their favorite rival hockey players, and additional details regarding the theatrical event and season two are expected soon.

Source: 8newsnow.com.