It has been common knowledge for quite some time that Season 3 of Netflix’s hit LGBTQIA+ teen seriesHeartstopperis set to be muchdarker and more maturethan ever before. Now, with that in the minds of fans, creatorAlice Osemanhas opened up toTVLinewith exact details about what that will entail for the many loveable young characters at the show’s heart. Of course, front and center of viewers' minds is the relationship between Nick (Kit Connor) and Charlie (Joe Locke), with atougher battle lying ahead for the burgeoning couple.Charlie’s mental health issues were a supporting theme in Season 2, and are expected to play a pivotal role in the journey of not just him but Nick in the upcoming third outing, withsuch complex problems difficult for young people to calmly assist with. Speaking on this in reference to Nick struggling to help Charlie, Oseman said:
“That’s where the story goes toward the end of the season. Obviously, a big bulk of these episodes is very focused on Charlie’s mental-health journey. Certainly, we do see Nick struggling with that throughout but also struggling with his own identity in some ways, wondering who he is and the usual sort of teenage questions. Who am I? What do I want to do with my life?”
These questions of identity are crucial not just to the characters inHeartstopper, but anyone moving from academic life into adulthood.Heartstopperhas been keen to represent the most important issues young people face, with this transition into adult life no different. Oseman referenced this in the interview, saying, “This season, we also start to see the characters think about life post-school, applying to university and things like that. And suddenly, we see Nick sort of realize, “I have no idea who I am.”” She continued, “The dynamic suddenly starts to swing the other way, with Nick starting to struggle a little bit more than maybe we realized and Charlie being there for him.”
‘Heartstopper’ Season 3 Blends Returning Favorites With Exciting New Additions
WithHeartstoppercapturing the attention of viewers across the world for two seasons now, it was expected that several notable names would be onboarded for the third outing. The show’s casting team certainly didn’t disappoint, registering the likes ofBridgerton’s Jonathan Bailey,Captain America’sHaley Atwell,Michael Holden, and the always-brilliantEddie Marsan. They will join series regulars Connor as Nick, Locke as Charlie,Will Gaoas Tao,Yasmin Finneyas Elle,Jenny Walseras Tori,Kizzy Edgellas Darcy,Corinna Brownas Tara,Tobie Donovanas Isaac,Rhea Norwoodas Imogen, andLaila Khanas Sahar.
Alice Oseman has offered an insight into the mature themes that face the cast ofHeartstopperin Season 3. Seasons 1 and 2 are currently streaming on Netflix.
Heartstopper
Teens Charlie and Nick discover their unlikely friendship might be something more as they navigate school and young love in this coming-of-age series.
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