Netflix's Heartstopper season three release date as fans binge

Fans of Netflix's Heartstopper are eager to know when season three of the heartfelt LGBTQ+ drama will drop following the recent release of its highly-anticipated second series

Heartstopper's season two may have only dropped on Netflix on August 3, but fans of the LBGTQ+ teen drama are already desperate to know when its next series is set to be released.

Based on Alice Oseman's bestselling graphic novel series of the same name, the hit show has been met by widespread critical acclaim ever since it premiered in April 2022. As well as receiving rave reviews (it currently averages a rating of 8.7/10 on Rotten Tomatoes), Heartstopper has also won a litany of awards and was among the top ten most-watched English language shows on Netflix within 48 hours of its release.

Starring Joe Locke as lovable protagonist Charlie Spring and Kit Connor as leading romantic interest, Nick Nelson, the wholesome British series follows the lives of a group of teenagers navigating the world of school, friendships, relationships, and of course, love. As well as featuring a strong representation of LBGTQ+ youth, Heartstopper also explores issues such as mental health, bullying and family conflict.

When is the release date for Heartstopper season three?

The release date for Heartstopper season three has yet to be announced, but rest assured – it's on the horizon. In May 2022, Netflix confirmed on Twitter that the show had been green-lit for a third season, much to the delight of its devout fanbase. With production rumoured to kick off in October 2023, viewers could be enjoying season three as early as next year.

How many episodes of Heartstopper season three will there be?

The number of episodes in Heartstopper Season 3 has yet to be confirmed, but if its track record is anything to go by, fans can likely expect another eight-part series from the show's talented creators.

Who will be in the cast of Heartstopper season three?

Another question on everybody's mind: Who will be in the Heartstopper season three cast?

While the line-up for the next series has also not yet been announced, it's highly likely that Joe Locke and Kit Connor will be reprising their roles as Charlie and Nick, respectively. Other characters set to return in Heartstopper season three include Elle (Yasmin Finney), Tao (William Gao) Tara (Corrina Brown), Darcy (Kizzy Edgell), Isaac (Tobie Donovan) and Imogen (Rhea Norwood).

What is the plot of Heartstopper season three?

With Heartstopper season two leaving viewers on a major cliff-hanger, it's safe to say the third series will continue to keep fans on the edge of their seats. In the final episode of the latest season, Charlie types out the words 'I Love You' to Nick – but whether or not he actually sends the text message remains unknown. The upcoming series is almost certain to pick up from this poignant moment, and hopefully, see Charlie and Nick's blossoming romance reach the next stage.

Season two also covered volume two and three of Oseman's graphic novel series, which means volume four is likely to inspire the plot-line for season three. In the fourth instalment of the books, Nick tries to support Charlie through his struggle with an eating disorder, an issue which is lightly introduced in the second series.

Volume four also sees the adorable teenage couple enjoy the summer together before starting a new college, which means we can likely expect lots of school scenes from the the next batch of episodes.

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