Hudson Williams Is Writing A Film, “Getting Tripped Up” Over Ex-Hockey Player Character
Hudson Williams is writing a film whose central character is a former hockey player, but he says the similarity to his role in *Heated Rivalry* has made the script difficult to develop. He and his collaborators are considering other sports, though the character still seems most suited to hockey.
Williams plays Shane Hollander, captain of the Ottawa Centaurs, in the series. Production on its second season began in Canada in August; based on Rachel Reid’s novel *The Long Game*, it is due to premiere in spring 2027, with several new cast members announced.
In short
- Williams is writing a film featuring an ex-hockey player.
- The resemblance to his TV role is complicating the script.
- *Heated Rivalry* season two is set for spring 2027.
Explained simply
Hudson Williams is an actor and writer whose role in the television series Heated Rivalry has brought him attention. The show is based on Rachel Reid’s novels and follows professional hockey players, including Shane Hollander, the captain of the fictional Ottawa Centaurs.
Hockey is a central part of the series, so a film character who has also played the sport may invite comparisons with Williams’s existing role. The challenge is to develop the new character and story in a way that gives them their own identity.
Heated Rivalry’s second season is in production and is planned for spring 2027. Its continued connection with Williams’s hockey-playing character forms the backdrop to his work on the film.
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