Heartstopper (TV Series)
''Heartstopper'' is a British Coming-of-age story, coming-of-age romantic comedy-Comedy drama, drama television series created by Alice Oseman for Netflix. It is based on Oseman's Heartstopper (graphic novel), webcomic and graphic novel of the same name. The series primarily tells the story of Charlie Spring (Joe Locke), a gay teen boy who falls in love with classmate Nick Nelson (Heartstopper), Nick (Nicholas) Nelson (Kit Connor), whom he sits next to in his new Form (education), form. It also explores the lives of their friendship group Tao Xu (William Gao), Elle Argent (Yasmin Finney), Isaac Henderson (Tobie Donovan), Tara Jones (Corinna Brown) and Darcy Olsson (Kizzy Edgell). The television rights for the series were purchased by See-Saw Films in 2019 and Netflix acquired distribution rights in 2021. Euros Lyn was enlisted as the director. Filming took place from April to June that year, with teasers released throughout the timeframe. Various pre-existing songs were used as ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Coming-of-age Story
In genre studies, a coming-of-age story is a genre of literature, theatre, film, and video game that focuses on the growth of a protagonist from childhood to adulthood, or "coming of age". Coming-of-age stories tend to emphasize dialogue or internal monologue over action and are often set in the past. The subjects of coming-of-age stories are typically teenagers. The ''Bildungsroman'' is a specific subgenre of coming-of-age story. The plot points of coming-of-age stories are usually emotional changes within the character(s) in question. Literature ''Bildungsroman'' In literary criticism, coming-of-age novels and ''Bildungsroman'' are sometimes interchangeable, but the former is usually a wider genre. The ''Bildungsroman'' (from the German words ''Bildung'', "education", alternatively "forming" and ''Roman'', "novel") is further characterized by a number of formal, topical, and thematic features. It focuses on the psychological and moral growth of the protagonist from childho ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Rhea Norwood
Rhea Margaret Norwood is an English actress. She is best known for her role as Imogen Heaney in the Netflix teen series '' Heartstopper'' (2022–present). She also appeared in the Channel 4 drama ''Consent'' (2023) and the Amazon Prime comedy '' Your Christmas or Mine 2'' (2023). Early life and education Rhea Norwood attended Hinchley Wood School and Esher College. Norwood was also a member of the Rose Youth Theatre in Kingston. Norwood graduated from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Acting. Norwood was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 2022. She became a diabetes ambassador for the charity Breakthrough TD1 in 2024. Career In 2021, Norwood responded to an open casting for the Netflix teen series '' Heartstopper'' and was cast in the role of Imogen Heaney. In 2022, Norwood was cast in the role of Alice in Channel 4's standalone drama ''Consent''. In 2023, Norwood landed the role of Bea in the Amazon Prime comedy sequel '' You ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Nick Nelson (Heartstopper)
Nick Nelson is one of the two protagonists in the Alice Oseman graphic novel series '' Heartstopper'' as well as its 2022 Netflix adaptation, where he is portrayed by Kit Connor. His first appearance was in the 2014 novel ''Solitaire''. Character overview Nick Nelson is the boyfriend of Charlie Spring ( Joe Locke) in the graphic novel series '' Heartstopper'' and its 2022 Netflix adaptation. In the franchise, Nick is bisexual and a member of his school's rugby team. Nick cares deeply about his relationship with Charlie and vows to protect him at all costs. Nick's character is very caring and sweet, and he is fond of rugby, Formula One, Marvel, rain, and animals. He is very tall, his hair is dark blonde, and his eyes are brown. Nick struggled with his sexuality before meeting Charlie, who helped him identify as who he is, allowing him to come out to his mother. Outside of the ''Heartstopper'' franchise, he also appears in other works by Alice Oseman, such as "This Winter" and "N ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Charlie Spring
Charlie Spring is one of the two Protagonist, protagonists in the Alice Oseman graphic novel series ''Heartstopper (graphic novel), Heartstopper'' as well as its 2022 Heartstopper (TV series), Netflix adaptation, where he is portrayed by Joe Locke. His first appearance was in the 2014 novel ''Solitaire''. Character overview Charlie Spring is the boyfriend of Nick Nelson (Heartstopper), Nick Nelson (Kit Connor) in the graphic novel series ''Heartstopper'' and its 2022 Netflix adaptation. In the franchise, Charlie is Gay men, gay, a skilled drummer, and a book lover. Charlie loves Nick deeply and aspires for him to be happy. Charlie's character is quiet and insecure. He is fairly tall, with dark, curly hair and blue eyes. He is fond of animals. Outside of the ''Heartstopper'' franchise, he also appears in other works by Alice Oseman, such as ''Solitaire'', ''Nick & Charlie'', and ''This Winter''. Character history Charlie was born on April 27th to Julio and Jane Spring. He is Tori S ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Comedy Drama
Comedy drama (also known by the portmanteau dramedy) is a hybrid genre of works that combine elements of comedy and Drama (film and television), drama. In film, as well as scripted television series, serious dramatic subjects (such as death, illness, betrayal, grief, etc.) are handled with realism and subtlety, while preserving a humorous tenor. The term "dramedy" began to be used in the television industry in the 1980s. Modern television comedy dramas tend to have more humour integrated into the story than the comic relief common in drama series, but usually contain a lower joke rate than sitcom, sitcoms. History In Theatre of ancient Greece, Greek theatre, plays were considered comedies or tragedies (i.e. drama): the former being light stories with a happy ending, and the latter serious stories with a sad ending. This concept even influenced Theatre of ancient Rome, Roman theatre and theatre of the Hellenistic period. Theatre of that era is thought to have long-lasting infl ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Romantic Comedy
Romantic comedy (also known as romcom or rom-com) is a sub-genre of comedy and Romance novel, romance fiction, focusing on lighthearted, humorous plot lines centered on romantic ideas, such as how true love is able to surmount all obstacles. Romantic comedy evolved from Ancient Greek comedy, Middle Ages, medieval romance, and 18th-century Restoration comedy, later developing into sub-genres like Screwball comedy, screwball comedies, career woman comedies, and 1950s Sex comedy, sex comedies in Hollywood. Over time, the genre has expanded beyond traditional structures, incorporating unconventional themes, challenging gender roles, and addressing adult topics while maintaining its core focus on romance and humor. A common convention in romantic comedies is the "Meet cute, meet-cute", a humorous or unexpected encounter that creates initial tension and sets up the romantic storyline. History Comedies, rooted in the fertility rites and satyr plays of Ancient Greek comedy, ancient ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Netflix
Netflix is an American subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service. The service primarily distributes original and acquired films and television shows from various genres, and it is available internationally in multiple languages. Launched in 2007, nearly a decade after Netflix, Inc. began its pioneering DVD-by-mail movie rental service, Netflix is the most-subscribed video on demand streaming media service, with 301.6 million paid memberships in more than 190 countries as of 2025. By 2022, "Netflix Original" productions accounted for half of its library in the United States and the namesake company had ventured into other categories, such as video game publishing of mobile games through its flagship service. As of 2025, Netflix is the 18th most-visited website in the world, with 21.18% of its traffic coming from the United States, followed by the United Kingdom at 6.01%, Canada at 4.94%, and Brazil at 4.24%. History Launch as a mail-based renta ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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See-Saw Films
See-Saw Films is a British-Australian film and television production company founded in 2008 by Iain Canning and Emile Sherman, with offices in London and Sydney. Their productions include ''The King's Speech'', ''Top Of The Lake'', ''Lion'', '' The Power of the Dog, Slow Horses'', and the British teen series '' Heartstopper''. History Producers Iain Canning and Emile Sherman co-founded See-Saw Films in 2008. In 2011, See-Saw won the Academy Award for Best Picture for their film ''The King's Speech'' directed by Tom Hooper. The film stars Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter. See-Saw's first television series was ''Top Of The Lake'', directed by Jane Campion and starring Elisabeth Moss and Holly Hunter. The first series released in 2013 and was nominated for eight Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. The second series, '' Top Of The Lake: China Girl'', also directed by Campion, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival 2017. Elisabeth Moss reprises her role ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Emile Sherman
Emile Paul Sherman (born June 1972) is an Australian film and television producer best known for producing the film '' The King's Speech'' (2010), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Picture and the BAFTA award for Best Film and Best British Film, and for executive producing television series '' Top of the Lake,'' which was nominated for an Emmy, BAFTA and Golden Globe award. He has been nominated for three Academy Awards and won one; nominated for five BAFTAs and won three, and nominated for two Emmy Awards and won one. Emile co-founded See-Saw Films with producing partner Iain Canning in 2008. Their offices are based in Sydney, Australia and London, UK. Early life and education Emile Sherman graduated from the University of New South Wales with degrees in arts and law, as well as a masters in arts. He is Jewish. Career Sherman was co-executive producer on '' Rabbit-Proof Fence'' (2002), starring Kenneth Branagh and directed by Phillip Noyce. Feature films prod ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Iain Canning
Iain Alexander Canning (born July 1979) is an English film and television producer best known for producing the film ''The King's Speech'' (2010), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Picture and the BAFTA award for Best Film and Best British Film, and for executive producing television series '' Top of the Lake,'' which was nominated for an Emmy, BAFTA and Golden Globe award. He has been nominated for 3 Academy Awards and won 1, nominated for 5 BAFTAs and won 3, and nominated for 2 Emmy Awards and won 1. 9 Iain co-founded See-Saw Films with producing partner Emile Sherman in 2008. Their offices are based in London, UK and Sydney, Australia. Career Iain Canning co-founded See-Saw Films with Emile Sherman in 2008 and has produced several major films including ''Lion'', winner of two BAFTA Awards, starring Dev Patel, Nicole Kidman and Rooney Mara, and '' The Power of the Dog,'' starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons. Canning ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Adiescar Chase
Adiescar Chase is an English multi-instrumentalist and composer. She composed the soundtrack of the Netflix series, ''Heartstopper''. Early life and education Chase is from Bedford, England. Without her knowledge, her mother enrolled her in the "Sound and Music Summer School" course at the Purcell School for Young Musicians. This sparked Chase's interest composing for film and TV. She graduated first class B.mus (Hons) degree in composition at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2017. She earned a master's degree in Composition for Film and Television at the National Film and Television School in 2021. Career Chase is a multi-instrumentalist and composer. In 2021, she did composition work for the documentary, ''Between the Trees''. She sound sampled the face of a leaf, converting the data into an electronic sound. Chase worked on the BBC series, ''Waterloo Road''. Chase composed the official soundtrack of seasons one and two of the Netflix series, ''Heartstopper'' ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bel Priestley
Bel Priestley (born 13 May 2003) is an English actress and internet personality. She began her career on the social media platforms YouTube and TikTok, where she documented her gender transition after coming out as a transgender woman. By 2023, she amassed over one million followers on TikTok. Priestly joined the cast of the second season of the British coming-of-age romantic comedy drama television series '' Heartstopper'' as the character Naomi Russell. In 2023, she appeared on the covers of ''Brick Magazine'' and ''Attitude''. Early life and education Priestley began studying musical theatre and dance when she was six years old. She came out as transgender and began her gender transition when she was thirteen years old. She cited the British model Munroe Bergdorf as one of her inspirations for coming out. She studied fashion in college and attended the Fashion Retail Academy for one week before dropping out. She worked as a cleaner before beginning her entertainment career. ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |