(2025, 6 episodes)
Country: Canada
Director: Jacob Tierney
Studio: HBO Max
Language: English, Russian
SYNOPSIS: Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov are two professional ice hockey players who compete on rival teams. Although their on-ice rivalry is amplified by media coverage and public perception, the two develop a private, initially casual sexual relationship that continues intermittently over several years as they pursue their hockey careers.
REVIEW:
Episode 4 - Rose
Unexpected vulnerability leads to high-profile romance, creating turmoil and drama for Shane and Ilya. The episode emphasizes the emotional challenges of combining public scrutiny with private relationships
Episode 5 - I'll Believe in Anything
Shane, Ilya, and their friend Scott are confronted with pivotal personal decisions. Emotional stakes are heightened as choices could significantly affect their futures
Episode 6 - The Cottage
Shane and Ilya escape the public eye for a rare moment of privacy, but must still face tough decisions that could alter the course of their relationship and careers. The episode serves as a reflective and intimate season finale.
