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The Best Episodes of Heartstopper

Every episode of Heartstopper ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Heartstopper!

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Teens Charlie and Nick discover their unlikely friendship might be something more as they navigate school and young love in this coming-of-age series.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 8 - Perfect
    9.7/10(20 votes)

    #1 - Perfect

    S2:E8

    The gang comes together for a memorable prom with a fitting theme: "Summer of Love." But with someone important missing... it feels incomplete.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  2. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 6 - Truth / Dare
    9.3/10(23 votes)

    #2 - Truth / Dare

    S2:E6

    On their last day in Paris, Nick introduces Charlie to his dad. Elle and Tao make it official. The truth comes out at a party that's full of surprises.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  3. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 5 - Heat
    9.2/10(23 votes)

    #3 - Heat

    S2:E5

    Rumors spread when Charlie wakes up with something on his neck. A group tour of the city's most famous sights reveals more than one major secret.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  4. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 3 - Talk
    9.1/10(14 votes)

    #4 - Talk

    S3:E3

    It's a new term, and Tao misses Elle now they're at different schools. Charlie plans a birthday surprise for Nick, who's still worried for his boyfriend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 5 - Friend
    9.0/10(32 votes)

    #5 - Friend

    S1:E5

    Nick decides whether he should skip his date with Imogen for Charlie's birthday. Tao vows to protect Charlie from Nick and his rude rugby friends.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  6. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 1 - Out
    9.0/10(42 votes)

    #6 - Out

    S2:E1

    As his relationship with Charlie matures, Nick considers coming out to Imogen — but it's a lot harder than he expected. Elle tries flirting with Tao.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  7. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 4 - Challenge
    8.9/10(23 votes)

    #7 - Challenge

    S2:E4

    On a school trip to Paris, Nick and Charlie try to keep their relationship under wraps. Elle and Tao reconnect at a museum. Imogen stands up to Ben.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  8. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 7 - Sorry
    8.9/10(21 votes)

    #8 - Sorry

    S2:E7

    Elle keeps big news from Tao, Ben pressures Charlie to forgive him, and Isaac opens up to James. Nick invites Charlie to a tense family dinner.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  9. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 2 - Crush
    8.8/10(39 votes)

    #9 - Crush

    S1:E2

    Elle struggles to settle into her new school as Charlie and Tao are convinced Nick is straight. Nick starts to question his unfamiliar feelings.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  10. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 3 - Kiss
    8.8/10(38 votes)

    #10 - Kiss

    S1:E3

    Sparks fly at a birthday party where Nick's friend Tara confides in him. Inspired, Nick shares his feelings with Charlie — and they grow even closer.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  11. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 7 - Bully
    8.8/10(26 votes)

    #11 - Bully

    S1:E7

    After both Nick and Tao get into fights with Harry, Charlie worries that he's making Nick's life too difficult and straining his friendship with Tao.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  12. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 6 - Girls
    8.7/10(28 votes)

    #12 - Girls

    S1:E6

    Tara makes her relationship official on social media, but she isn't ready for the side effects. The friends try to play matchmaker with Elle and Tao.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  13. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 8 - Boyfriend
    8.7/10(31 votes)

    #13 - Boyfriend

    S1:E8

    As the boys and girls schools meet for a Sports Day, Charlie's on the brink of breaking it all off with Nick while Elle and Tao share a special moment.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  14. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 2 - Family
    8.7/10(26 votes)

    #14 - Family

    S2:E2

    With Charlie's grades slipping, his parents tighten the rules. Tao's jealous when Elle makes new friends. Nick's older brother invades his privacy.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  15. Heartstopper Season 2 Episode 3 - Promise
    8.7/10(22 votes)

    #15 - Promise

    S2:E3

    Nick tries to come out to some of his teammates at a bonfire party after exams. Tao plans the perfect date. Things get weird between Tara and Darcy.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  16. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 4 - Journey
    8.7/10(15 votes)

    #16 - Journey

    S3:E4

    Charlie seeks medical help and begins the long road to recovery. Nick starts keeping a journal, and Tao makes a video to support his absent friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 1 - Meet
    8.5/10(122 votes)

    #17 - Meet

    S1:E1

    Stuck in a secret relationship, shy Charlie starts to crush on Nick, the school's popular rugby star, and joins the team against his friends' advice.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  18. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 1 - Love
    8.5/10(26 votes)

    #18 - Love

    S3:E1

    On a trip to the beach, Charlie's desperate to tell Nick how he feels — but Nick also has something he wants to discuss. Tao plans a summer of romance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 5 - Winter
    8.5/10(15 votes)

    #19 - Winter

    S3:E5

    It's a tough Christmas for Charlie, and his family — except for Tori — isn't helping. Elle and Tao talk about sex, and sparks fly at a New Year's party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 7 - Together
    8.5/10(15 votes)

    #20 - Together

    S3:E7

    As the school year comes to an end and the students begin thinking about their futures, Charlie and Nick struggle to find a moment alone together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 8 - Apart
    8.5/10(15 votes)

    #21 - Apart

    S3:E8

    Nick and the girls go on a road trip to look at unis, as he tries to decide whether to stay near Charlie or move away. Sahar's band plays at a fete.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Heartstopper Season 1 Episode 4 - Secret
    8.4/10(32 votes)

    #22 - Secret

    S1:E4

    Charlie and Nick agree to keep their relationship a secret at school while Nick figures things out. Nick's friend Imogen asks him out on a date.

    Director:Euros Lyn
    Writer:Alice Oseman

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  23. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 2 - Home
    8.4/10(16 votes)

    #23 - Home

    S3:E2

    On holiday in Menorca, Nick worries about Charlie, who is struggling more than ever. Isaac starts to feel like a third wheel around Elle and Tao.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Heartstopper Season 3 Episode 6 - Body
    8.3/10(15 votes)

    #24 - Body

    S3:E6

    Elle's art going viral on social media lands her an interview. Charlie tells Nick he's ready to go to the next level and Tara suffers a panic attack.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Perfect" is the best rated episode of "Heartstopper". It scored 9.7/10 based on 20 votes. Directed by Euros Lyn and written by Alice Oseman, it aired on 8/3/2023. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Truth / Dare".