‘Breaking Bad’s 12-Year Record Just Got Broken by Everyone’s New Obsession
On Sunday, September 15, 2013, history was made when what is regarded as the best episode of television aired. Breaking Bad Season 5, Episode 15, “Ozymandias,” remains the top-rated episode on IMDb, with a perfect 10/10 score. Many episodes from other shows have come close to achieving this feat over the years, but none have succeeded, except for the fifth episode of the freshman season of the hit sports romance series Heated Rivalry. Titled “I’ll Believe Everything,” the monumental episode debuted on Crave and HBO Max on Thursday, December 18, 2025, and has since become one of the most talked-about episodes of the year. Despite not having a massive fanbase or famous performers like Bryan Cranston, Heated Rivalry’s perfectly-rated episode has all the trappings of what made its predecessor successful. The secret in “I’ll Believe Everything”‘s success lies in what made “Ozymandias” a cultural moment over a decade ago. After building up tensions for over five seasons with Breaking Bad’s main character, Walter White, the episode finally paid off all the waiting without deferring or circumventing the conflicts. Mr. White’s secret was finally out to the world, and there was nothing he could do to put the genie back in the box. This inflection point in the story changed the characters and the show forever. Heated Rivalry does the same by toning down theatrics and raunchiness to deliver an emotionally grounded episode that pays off all the conflict and tension that has been building throughout the season. From exquisite performances to jaw-dropping admissions, “I’ll Believe Anything” breaks a record and rewrites history.
What is ‘Heated Rivalry’ About?
The series is a romance drama created by Jacob Tierney for the Canadian streaming service Crave. It is based on Rachel Reid’s “Game Changers” book series, in which rival hockey players realize that their feelings for each other are more than dislike for a competitor. Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams star as Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander, two accomplished hockey players whose love story withstands the rigors of hockey and the constrictions of society. The series has gained a cult following online, with its popularity catching the attention of streaming platforms worldwide. Availability has expanded outside Crave to include HBO Max, Stan, and Sky. The show has already been renewed for a second season. Other cast members include Sophie Nélisse (Rose Landry), François Arnaud (Scott Hunter), Christina Chang (Yuna Hollander), Robbie G.K. (Kip Grady), and Callan Potter (Hayden Pike).
Stream all episodes of Heated Rivalry on HBO Max in the US and watch the season finale on Friday, December 26. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
Release Date
November 28, 2025
Network
Crave
Directors
Jacob Tierney
Cast
Connor Storrie
Ilya Rozanov
Hudson Williams
Shane Hollander
已发布: 2025-12-22 15:17:00
来源: collider.com
