'Heartstopper' Season 4 Is Not Happening—Here’s What You’ll Get Instead

Fans of the beloved Netflix series Heartstopper were hit with bittersweet news: instead of a full Heartstopper Season 4, Nick and Charlie’s love story will come to a heartfelt conclusion as a movie. For a series that’s touched millions with its inclusive storytelling, what does this mean for the show's legacy, and what can fans expect from this big send off?

Since its premiere in 2022, Heartstopper has become a hit for Netflix. Reworked from Alice Oseman’s graphic novels, the series tells the tender coming-of-age love story between Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring. With three seasons under its belt, the show has earned critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase for its authentic portrayal of LGBTQ+ teens.

But instead of dropping a fourth season, Netflix and Oseman have decided to end the story with a feature film. According to the tea spilled by Oseman, the movie will mix the sixth and final volume of the Heartstopper graphic novel with the novella Nick and Charlie which should give fans an even mor emotional story. We ready!

Oseman said in a statement, “I am completely overjoyed that we will get to tell the end of the Heartstopper story. I’m so grateful to everyone who has worked hard to make this possible and to the incredible fans… for your patience and passion. I cannot wait to bring this story to a magical conclusion.”

This decision follows the trend in television of wrapping their stories with movie finales, a move that gives the characters a bigger send off. More money means more story.

The upcoming Heartstopper movie will focus on Nick and Charlie’s relationship as they prepare for life after high school. With Nick heading off to university and Charlie remaining behind, we are sure to get some drama with long-distance love story.

Kit Connor (Nick) and Joe Locke (Charlie) will reprise their roles and also serve as executive producers on the film. Per the official logline for the feature, “Nick and Charlie are inseparable, but with Nick preparing to leave for university and Charlie finding new independence at school, the reality of a long-distance relationship begins to weigh on them. Doubts take hold, and their relationship faces its biggest challenge yet.”

The movie will be directed by Wash Westmoreland, (Still Alice). Filming is expected to begin in the summer of 2025, but the official release date has not been announced.

While it’s always tough to say goodbye, ending Heartstopper with a feature film feels like the right move. It honors the characters, Nick and Charlie’s journey while giving fans a final chapter worthy of the love and care they’ve invested in the story.

Are you excited for the Heartstopper movie? What are your hopes for Nick and Charlie’s final chapter? Share your thoughts below and let’s celebrate this incredible journey together!