After months of silence, the future of Heartstopper—the beloved coming-of-age series that captured our hearts (and the world's)—is finally clear. While fans had hoped for a fourth season, Netflix has confirmed something just as meaningful: a feature film that will serve as the show’s official finale.
Starring Joe Locke and Kit Connor, who return as the iconic Nick and Charlie, the movie will bring the show's three seasons-long story to its official conclusion. With creator Alice Oseman back to write the script, and direction from acclaimed filmmaker Wash Westmoreland, the film promises a heartfelt sendoff that honours everything Heartstopper has come to represent. Below, everything we know so far.
Why has Netflix opted for a movie in lieu of a fourth season?
Though Season 3 of Heartstopper maintained a loyal following, its viewership didn’t quite justify the cost of another full season. Still, the show's cultural impact—particularly its role in reshaping LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream media—made it clear that the story deserved a proper, thoughtful conclusion. A feature film offers the chance to bring Nick and Charlie’s journey to a meaningful close, with the creative freedom and emotional weight that a finale of this scale calls for.
What will the movie be about?
Creator Alice Oseman, whose original novels became a global touchpoint for queer youth, is back to pen the screenplay. The movie will draw from the upcoming sixth and final volume of the Heartstopper graphic novel, as well as Oseman’s novella Nick and Charlie.
“I am completely overjoyed that we will get to tell the end of the Heartstopper story,” Oseman said in a statement. “I’m so grateful to everyone who has worked hard to make this possible and to the incredible fans of Heartstopper for your patience and passion. I cannot wait to bring this story to a magical conclusion.”
As for the actual plot, the film is set to follow as Nick heads off to university, Charlie finds his own voice at school, and the gravity of a long-distance relationship threatens to pull them apart.
Who is involved?
thankfully, despite their careers taking off since Heartstopper first began, both Locke and Connor are back on board. In addition to starring in the film, they'll also serve as executive producers, while Wash Westmoreland has signed on to direct.
When will the Heartstopper film premiere?
While we don’t have a release date yet, we're certainly relieved at the prospect of Nick and Charlie’s story continuing in the near future. We'll keep you updated as we know more.
