Teen drama series, loved for its heartwarming LGBTQ+ representation, will continue with two additional seasons.

Netflix has delighted fans of Heartstopper by announcing the renewal of the popular teen drama for two more seasons. The show, based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novels, first premiered on the streaming platform in April and quickly became a fan favourite.

Heartstopper follows the blossoming relationship between Charlie, a shy and introverted student (played by Joe Locke), and Nick, a popular rugby player (Kit Connor), as they navigate friendship and romantic feelings. Praised for its refreshing portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters without focusing on trauma, the series has struck a chord worldwide, with audiences celebrating its positive representation of young queer love.

On May 20th, Netflix shared the exciting news on social media, confirming that Heartstopper will return for not one, but two additional seasons. The announcement was met with overwhelming excitement from the cast and fans alike. Locke, who plays Charlie, reacted to the news by sharing memes and expressing his joy, writing that he was “crying” over the renewal.

Yasmin Finney, who portrays Elle in the series and has also been cast in Doctor Who, couldn’t contain her excitement, tweeting “AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YALL I-” in celebration. Fans flooded social media with their own reactions, with one viewer writing, “Nobody touch me, I’m crying,” while another expressed, “OMG, you just made me the happiest man on earth.”

For many, the announcement was “another win for the gays,” as the series continues to offer uplifting, inclusive content for young LGBTQ+ audiences.