Netflix has announced a major shift for Heartstopper: the beloved LGBTQ+ teen drama will conclude with a feature film instead of a fourth season. The streaming giant confirmed the news on April, 2025—exactly three years after the show’s debut—revealing plans to adapt the sixth and final graphic novel from Alice Oseman’s series into a movie.
Kit Connor and Joe Locke will reprise their roles as Nick and Charlie, with both actors also serving as producers. Filming is set to begin this summer, though no release date has been confirmed. The decision marks a bittersweet turn for fans who anticipated another season but ensures the story’s conclusion aligns with Oseman’s original vision.
Creator Alice Oseman, who will write the screenplay, expressed enthusiasm for the project, calling it the “final chapter” of Charlie and Nick’s journey. Wash Westmoreland (Still Alice) is attached to direct. While the sixth book remains unpublished, the film promises to explore themes of mental health, identity, and young love that defined the series.
The move comes after months of speculation about the show’s future, with Netflix opting for a cinematic finale rather than extending the episodic format. Previous seasons followed an annual release pattern, but the film’s production timeline suggests a premiere.
For now, fans can relive the first three seasons on Netflix while awaiting further updates. The movie announcement has sparked widespread excitement, with social media buzzing about how the story will wrap. One thing’s certain: the Heartstopper phenomenon isn’t over yet.
