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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!

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.
Genre:Drama
Network:Netflix

Best Episodes Summary

"Boyfriend" is the best rated episode of "Heartstopper". It scored 9.3/10 based on 4302 votes. Directed by Euros Lyn and written by Alice Oseman, it aired on 4/22/2022. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Journey".

  • Boyfriend
    9.3/104,302 votes
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    #1 - Boyfriend

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Journey
    9.3/101,372 votes
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    #2 - Journey

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Perfect
    9.2/102,069 votes
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    #3 - Perfect

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Kiss
    9.1/103,982 votes
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    #4 - Kiss

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Sorry
    9.1/101,799 votes
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    #5 - Sorry

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Truth / Dare
    9.0/101,768 votes
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    #6 - Truth / Dare

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Friend
    8.9/103,479 votes
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    #7 - Friend

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Heat
    8.9/101,741 votes
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    #8 - Heat

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Talk
    8.9/101,132 votes
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    #9 - Talk

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Crush
    8.8/103,804 votes
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    #10 - Crush

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Girls
    8.8/103,416 votes
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    #11 - Girls

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Challenge
    8.8/101,750 votes
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    #12 - Challenge

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Apart
    8.8/10979 votes
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    #13 - Apart

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Bully
    8.7/103,367 votes
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    #14 - Bully

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Together
    8.7/10914 votes
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    #15 - Together

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Home
    8.6/101,108 votes
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    #16 - Home

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Winter
    8.6/10974 votes
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    #17 - Winter

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Family
    8.5/101,796 votes
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    #18 - Family

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Promise
    8.5/101,753 votes
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    #19 - Promise

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Body
    8.5/10947 votes
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    #20 - Body

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Secret
    8.4/103,489 votes
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    #21 - Secret

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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

  • Out
    8.4/101,937 votes
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    #22 - Out

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 8/3/2023

    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

  • Love
    8.4/101,176 votes
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    #23 - Love

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2024

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Meet
    8.3/104,253 votes
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    #24 - Meet

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/22/2022

    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