The WORST episodes of Heartstopper

Every episode of Heartstopper ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst 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.

Last Updated: 12/18/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

8.00

325 votes

#1 - 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.

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8.05

256 votes

#2 - 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.

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8.10

324 votes

#3 - 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.

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8.11

585 votes

#4 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.19

213 votes

#5 - 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.

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8.19

478 votes

#6 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.23

200 votes

#7 - 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.

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8.23

365 votes

#8 - 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.

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8.23

236 votes

#9 - 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.

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8.26

211 votes

#10 - 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.

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8.36

472 votes

#11 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.37

315 votes

#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.

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8.40

324 votes

#13 - 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.

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8.42

520 votes

#14 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.49

463 votes

#15 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.53

313 votes

#16 - 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.

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8.54

208 votes

#17 - 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.

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8.55

473 votes

#18 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.59

223 votes

#19 - 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.

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8.60

241 votes

#20 - 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.

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8.61

327 votes

#21 - 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.

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8.71

510 votes

#22 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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8.78

329 votes

#23 - 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.

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8.95

509 votes

#24 - 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.

Directors: Euros Lyn

Writer: Alice Oseman

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