Is **HEARTSTOPPER** the Teen Romance of the Year?! (Pt 1)

[@maria-ih4vx]

everybody hates ben but not more than ben's actor sebastian croft and he's very passionate abt his hatred towards ben , we love a true king

[@heyitsmira17]

Sebastian is so adorable, it just shows how much of an amazing actor he is bc he seems like the polar opposite of Ben lmao

[@alessiaceccarelli9889]

He hates ben so much that tiktok banned him (it will always be funny to me)

[@raincoat420]

He’s the president of the BHHC (Ben Hope hate club) and he takes his role of that very seriously

[@ozzybloke-craig3690]

I actually do not hate Ben. I hate what he did and his attitude, but he is part of our community. I want him to accept who he is, realise his mistakes, seek forgiveness from Charlie and be their friend maybe and get a bf possibly to if he wants.

[@_leaf-3525]

@@ozzybloke-craig3690 didnt ben say at one point in the show that he was never gay and just felt bad for charlie?

[@SpookyBibi24]

There's this theory about Tao's hair that he's growing it out to protest the rule that Elle was suspended for (chin-length maximum). It's still not exactly a pretty style but it excuses it a bit!

[@edawhat3737]

wait thats sweet-

[@AnxietyRat]

@@edawhat3737 apparently, Alice said on tumblr that they just needed to make him look more dorky...so they made his hair like that. But I have not seen the actual post myself...so it could just be a rumour!

[@TheMotWay]

Listening to reviewers who read the books, that's what they indicated. When Ell first meets Darcy, she mentions being suspended for her hair length. This is Tao's way of protesting the hair length suspensions given to Ell. There's apparently also hypocrisy as Tao is not being suspended for his hair length.

[@AnxietyRat]

@@TheMotWay Tao does not have long hair in the comics. So this is absolutely not a book thing. Just a show thing.

[@TheMotWay]

@@AnxietyRat Thanks for the correction. As the author was on set during the filming, maybe they made the change. They mentioned a British slang for the hair length which got Ell expelled. I'm curious to know if Tao's hair is longer than the approved length.

[@amycope7970]

I think the reason the ‘jocks’ in this show don’t look like the typical jocks in American shows is because they used actual teenagers. A 16 yr old, even a strong fit one doesn’t typically look like the 25 yr old men they usually cast in those roles.

[@Emofevansnsn]

When I ruin the 100 to 101 💅💅💅

[@divcoge1506]

I don't know what high school you attended, but the guys in my high school literally looked 30 Iol like compared to me they looked so much older

[@amycope7970]

@@divcoge1506 probably because I’m an ancient 43 year old so anyone under the age of 25 looks like a child to me 🙂

[@teenietinytony]

@@divcoge1506 the oldest people in my school are like 20 and they still don't look like the jocks in the movies. so i don't really know what kind of school you went to, but it could have just been your imagination i guess. when we're younger (and smaller) everything seems so much bigger and people even just one year above you can look SO much older than you in your head.

[@mxrdersimulator]

​@@divcoge1506 i left highschool almost 2 yrs ago (uk) and all of my classmates at the time looked roughly the same age as the characters in this show, with maybe a handful of exceptions bc of genetics etc

[@AnxietyRat]

What's hilarious is that Kit (Nicks actor) originally auditioned for the role of Charlie. And he was like..."yeah, I don't fit the description of the character at all but I'm going to do it anyway!" Must have been hilarious for the casting people...Nick Nelson literally walks out of the book and is auditioning for Charlie. 🤣🤣🤣

[@omarslayz]

no because that’s SUCH a nick nelson thing to do. i bet he knew all along

[@AnxietyRat]

@@omarslayz I mean it was technically his agent who set it all up, IIRC...who was probably just like " yes, audition for the LEAD role in this pls" But yeah...he still went through with the audition knowing he did not fit the description of the character... at all. Lmao

[@omarslayz]

@@AnxietyRat i mean he’s our nick now so regardless of what happened, we got what we needed

[@AnxietyRat]

@@omarslayz yeah, he was a perfect fit for Nick. 100%

[@n4musica]

I just love how even though Nick isn’t sure about his sexuality, he’s always been 100% sure about CHARLIE. And that’s just lovely 💜💜

[@InThisEssayIWill...]

Massive heterosexual here, and can confirm this show is the literal best. It takes you right back to those school days and the way your heart flutters just sitting next to your person. It's precious and beautiful and everything your community deserves to see itself in. It absolutely is a comfort show!

[@G1NZOU]

You are a true ally and we love you. This is the best kind of show that LGBT youth needed, and it's really relatable regarding friendships and conflicts, it doesn't try to be super dramatic for no reason.

[@mxrdersimulator]

this comment made me so happy - i'm a big ol' queer n couldn't get through half an episode of this show without texting my boyfriend to inform him that nick and charlie were Literally Us. it's so sweet n warm n feels like true love

[@tookitogo]

The thing is, for us gays old enough to be out of school, we _can’t_ be taken back to school days with fluttering hearts: we didn’t get to experience that. That’s why this show is so meaningful: it represents our hope for the future where LGBT+ kids _do_ get to experience puppy love in similar ways to their straight peers. And it shows LGBT+ kids that their feelings _aren’t_ wrong. When I was a kid, the only gays on the screen were either super-camp comic relief, or ended in tragedy. There weren’t any depictions of gay people in healthy relationships.

[@n4musica]

Same! It’s become a comfort show for me. I’ve watched it so many times already and I’m a straight cis female. OBSESSED

[@noodlearg9745]

this show is incredible. I have never seen such a healthy and real and wholesome lgbt+ show in my whole life. i don’t even know how many times i’ve watched this and it hasn’t even been out for a month.

[@aprylcanales3310]

I was introduced to this show two weeks ago and I've watched all 8 episodes everyday since then. Then proceeded to read the comics and watch all the reactions I could find. It is so damn wholesome and sweet

[@kayocat1549]

you should srsly watch young royals (also on netflix) i have been so obsessed w this show for over a month now and its CRAZYY!! i watched it after heartstopper (read the comic too) and i can say it has a lot more angst if ur into stuff like that :)

[@noodlearg9745]

@@kayocat1549 i am absolutely obsessed with young royals. i’ve been watching it nonstop since january. it’s so good! can’t wait for s2

[@aprylcanales3310]

@@kayocat1549 never heard of it! But I'll check it out! Thanks for the recommend!

[@kayocat1549]

@@aprylcanales3310 you HAVEEE TO WATCH IT. seriously. i personally love it so much better than heartstopper, the acting, the respresentation, it’s all perfect, i am beyond excited for s2

[@luminaorchis4376]

Regarding Tao. He’s very protective of Charlie (after Charlie was outed and constantly bullied last year) and insecure about losing his support group (especially after Elle transferred to the girl’s school after she came out as transgender). He grew out his hair to stand in solidarity with Elle when she began growing out her hair and transitioning. He’s probably one of my favorite characters in the show.

[@AnxietyRat]

All of that is true except the hair thing. That is only a fan theory that has not been confirmed by Alice. Appearently, Alice said on tumblr that it was just to make the actor look more dorky. So the solidarity thing it just a theory.

[@micoooo8302]

It was not also cleared out but if I remember in the comics, Tao somehow was the reason why Charlie was consistently bullied because he unintentionally outed Charlie when someone overheard them talk about his sexuality. Hopefully it would be cleared up in the next 2 Seasons.🥹

[@AnxietyRat]

@@micoooo8302 yeah...they assume that's how people found out in the comics. Theres no way to know for sure, I suppose. But yeah...that's what's implied. Tao talked too loudly in the halls and others heard him.

[@kimjulyn9601]

Its just really sad what the actors have to deal with now. Like Nicks Actor gets sexualized so much he even talked about how it makes him uncomfortable and Charlies actor gets so much hate from people calling him ugly.

[@azulblu8463]

For real? That’s so fucked

[@blissin444]

yes i see people say such sexual things about nick, he is only one year older than me so it is so scary to see...

[@todoroki3781]

Charlie is handsome wdym

[@Anika0308]

**rolls up my sleeves, ready to throw some hands** WHO TF SAID THAT CHARLIE IS UGLY?!

[@karisdietrich1964]

That reminds me of those Twitter thirst comment videos with celebrities. They just look so uncomfortable by it all and it makes me feel so bad.

[@skulls961]

i actually really love tao. he's so protective of all his friends, he doesn't want charlie to get hurt by nick, because he assumes nick is just like the other rugby guys, bc he doesn't have much reason to think different. elle already left so she could go to higgs, and tao just wants to feel safe and secure in his friendships

[@tizzie2636]

Can we talk about y’all’s hair!!! SO GOOOD

[@TesexChristina]

Thank you sm!!

[@Banyo__]

I get Tao though. If you've ever had a friend who has been severely bullied or you are the brunt of the bullying, when you have that one friend that stands up for you and protects you, it can literally be them saving your life because you know that one person's got you. He's that role for Charlie with his dealing with bullies in the past and so he gets understandably hurt that someone he reps for is kind of ditching that tight nit circle and bond they formed and not telling him certain truths. It's not Charlie's fault for some of that, I mean relationships, especially new ones tend to do that...drift you away from your friends for a bit which Tau CLEARLY isn't used to, but in his heart I think Tao is that protective older brother through and through. They get annoying from time to time, but you know they will always support you and watch out for you.

[@Rachel-hq6ko]

This reaction did NOT disappoint 🙌🏼. Especially with the reactions to nick, cuz same 😂. I'm so overwhelmed with assignments atm but u guys made my day ❤

[@TesexChristina]

I’m so glad we were able to make you day, that means so much !!

[@silasgomezcaceres8263]

Cool video guy doing great 👍🏻

[@silasgomezcaceres8263]

🇬🇧"I wish I was British"🇬🇧 ...cus being hispanic is lame and to common 😒 cus British people drink pure tea 🍵 and there accents are sooo sexy and their so high class people...and especially tom Holland...❤"I LOVE YOU TOM HOLLAND"❤

[@leena6946]

I personally like the graphic novel better but they did so good with keeping it as close as they could

[@TesexChristina]

I need to read it! -Tese

[@qadrsikiru4683]

@@TesexChristina trust me when i say the next seasons is going to DEVASTATE YOU

[@AnxietyRat]

Yeah...the lack of swearing in the show makes me like the graphic novels waaay more. The scenes hit SO much harder with the fucks kept in compared to the show diologue. 🤷‍♀️ But that's just my opinion. And I understand why they took them out...for the younger audience. Just...sucks a bit.

[@leena6946]

@@TesexChristina you dooo it’s so cute

[@supercalime]

That is so interesting, cause I read the graphic novels years before the show was even announced and I still like the show better!

[@lindsaynicole4812]

im so sad that everyone hates tao! he is my favorite character. he has been standing up for charlie and protecting him from bullies and been loyal to him since they were 11 years old. he was with him during all of his bullying after coming out the year prior. he loves charlie so so much and wants to protect him at all costs. unfortunately because he doesnt know about nick and charlie, all tao sees is someone just like the ones that bullied charlie last year getting close with him and leading him on. he is genuinely worried for his friend. i just love tao so much!

[@graphiquejack]

Somebody lied to her several times… lol… that quote never gets old 🤣🤣

[@helleswahn]

What you said about in america jocks are big and buff- I think it's just that a lot of teenage shows cast 30 year olds, but Heartstopper used actual teenagers

[@gracebentley9945]

The synchronised "ooohs" have me dying 🤣🤣🤣

[@iaraferreira6251]

A Heartstopper reaction AND a reunion? This video is just perfect. And I don't wanna spoil anything, but you're right, Christina. Charlie has been through a lot. The graphic novel is so good and so sweet, and the author included significant and sensitive topics in a very special way 💛

[@dayudreamy]

OMG SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU TWO BACK TOGETHER

[@TesexChristina]

:)

[@bluflavouredpudding]

The reason Isaac is so low-key this season is because they were testing the character's dynamic with the group since he wasn't an established character in the comics But the author has started having great plans for him on following seasons

[@emmabruh]

This show has become such a comfort show, it just great to see such a wholesome LGBTQIA show (that still has its ups and downs) but it’s not overdramatise or anything Also love that the characters and actors actually feel like teens

[@eniadunni]

I’m so proud of you guys. I’ve been keeping up since moxie and I’ve never been happier to watch all the adds. Being at uni can suck sometimes but watching your videos make me fell less lonely and reminds me of the banter I have with my sisters. I wish y’all nothing but the best you are literally one of the most iconic duos on KZbin ;)

[@TesexChristina]

Thank you so much

[@ChronicaErys]

The way they convey the anxiety of texting someone and you get the same cold in your stomach too

[@tahjmccarthy8722]

That’s how u know a show is good or has great representation bc I’ve literally watched it twice in maybe 2 days which is usually rlly difficult for me bc i have ADHD

[@shannonmitchell167]

Love the reaction! Also, you chuckling at Charlie getting his shit rocked was me 🤣 bc then was not the time to prove you're good & ready for the rugby challenge. That dude was grown w a 401K.

[@TesexChristina]

NOT A 401K HAHAHAHHAAAAA

[@priyanpaprika2613]

UGH I BEEN WAITING FOR YALL TO REACT TO THIS SO BAD Fr the community needed like this cute adorable story that just portrayed lgbtq people as normal sweet people who go DONT just go through a bunch of strife it’s so lovely

[@huntermullens5202]

If u read the comics it's more appearant of why he can't grasp nick liking him, not only the whole been thing but throughout the whole thing there are moments we're he is made to feel lesser than and unworthy

[@n_n3535]

Finally someone paid attention to Charlie's mental health struggles

[@leena6946]

SO HAPPY U GUYS DID THIS SHOW ITS SO GOOD BUT KEEP THEM UPLOADS FAST LMAOO

[@hannah144]

hey guys, really loved your reaction! honestly one of the best ones when it comes to heartstopper. just wanted to say that the actor of nick (kit connor) said he feels uncomfortable with people sexualizing him and when they were filming the show, he was still a minor. still a really good reaction, i’m excited for the next one :)

[@komunyeongswife]

Yes I have been waiting for this all week refreshing my yt notification. The graphic drawing reminds me of Tracy Beaker.

[@TesexChristina]

Yes!! We deserve this type of adaptation with Jacqueline Wilson books

[@thebestjuliaever]

This has been one of my favorite reaction videos so far! Currently binging all Heartstopper related content I can find… It was nice to have a reaction from Black women, you two showed a whole different level of enjoyment and happiness at seeing these stories blossom. Thank you for this, and on to part 2!

[@TesexChristina]

Thank you sm :)

[@ikhlas828]

I promise y’all Tao was so much better in the comics, and his hair was great 😭😭😭

[@charlesjohnson253]

And as for Imogen, absolutely perfect.A heartfelt , authentic characterisation. I've known several people in my life,male and female, gay and straight,who longed for love under the same circumstances. Great actress!

[@ms.rottenstrawberry1018]

I usually don’t really notice good acting or take time to appreciate it, but after rewatching Heartstopper a couple times I began to recognize Kit’s wonderful acting. I totally adore his acting style!! The subtle and multi layered expressions and tones are absolutely captivating!

[@ric5019]

You two need to be the kids life coaches in the next series! I’m not even target audience at 45 ! But like you say - the show was a comfort blanket. Makes me reminisce back when I was school. Nothing like this existed - so this is all positive for kids of today.

[@oldaccount1024]

Oml you both look SO GOOD. V excited for this video. I've been obsessed with heartstopper lately.

[@BenKucharski]

I don't watch a ton of reaction videos, but I'm obsessed with Heartstopper. It was so good and cute and heart warming. With that said, I think you two were my absolute favorite reactions. You two are so awesome! 😍

[@itsfroztiitoo]

14:37 the side eye😆😆 The reaction of the both of you are the best

[@amparoarredondo953]

Best way to start off my summer after a stressful college semester!!

[@TesexChristina]

[@Mckenzieharrs]

Comfort show is the best description of Heartstopper. Trademark it now!

[@leena6946]

love a vid where y’all r together

[@SaruCharmed]

Tao is a bit annoying, but his heart's in the right place. He doesn't want to see Charlie hurt again.

[@Luusie]

So I'm only halfway through this video but it's already my favourite Heartstopper reaction (and I've been watching A LOT of those). I love your energy and your editing is 🔥🔥🔥

[@thelastofthemachines]

Ha yes! The first reactors to say what we're all thinking. Kit Connor (Nick) is ridiculously good looking. 😂❤

[@laurenquirky]

I can’t describe how seen I felt when y’all were reacting to the episodes. Y’all just get it and immediately connected with the characters. Side bar: the way y’all peeped how adorable and cute Kit (Nick) & Joe (Charlie) are. They embodied their characters perfectly and can’t wait for two more seasons.

[@CasterSugarq]

2 thirds of this video is them simping over nick and i LIVE FOR IT

[@lynnhettrick7588]

25:43 "Comfort show"! Yes, that's what I've been saying too. Any time the world gets me down, I watch Heartstopper.

[@massiahchantel]

This is the first Heartstopper show reaction by people who haven't read the comics that I was able to watch that didn't irritate my soul. Ya'll are so funny and have great energy. Definitely coming back for part 2!! (:

[@chaimariatu]

can we talk about their hair and make up… FLAWLESS like…. WOW

[@TesexChristina]

Thank you so much!!

[@Rafaazrod]

that sponsorship part just flew girl!!! fleww and i'm here for it... that's how it's supposed to be done... so. YAZZZZ yaz yazzzz!!!!

[@zombiemeat227]

yalls continued love for nick/kit is so understandable

[@megan_1]

this reaction was everything 😂💯 I freaking LOVE Heartstopper!!!

[@royalsofCelestia]

Charlie and Nick really care about each other and support it, I love them so much

[@taweni7172]

AHHH!! pls im so happy you guys are together 🥺🥺

[@mrfizzles]

you express my emotions so well when i watched it the first time omg i felt like screaming

[@segiitaff6421]

omg i am so happy, i was hoping we would see y’all together again :)

[@bionk7345]

The constant simping for Nick couldn’t be any more real. It’s like, I know he’s lovely with Charlie but does he have to be so damn beautiful?

[@dogaozgeen]

18:27 LITERALLY I thought the same thing while watching the show Kit Connor is just so good at acting!!

[@Lee-ps9vh]

yall have no idea how long I've been waiting for this.

[@VixenByNight72]

I just happened upon this reaction to "Heartstopper", and I'm really enjoying your commentary, especially regarding TV shows/series/films, centered around love stories. I DO want to feel like I'm falling in love, as I'm watching these types of programs, and with this series, the audience is taken on the journey of new love that is being discovered with ALL of the pairings. It's wonderful.

[@gamertwins9143]

Watching this in 2024 an̈d seeing their n̈ot even half way in and right abt how the whole show is gonna go and season 2

[@doryinsanime6862]

I love you guys reaction. I love heart stopper.❤😂

[@muhdfahmi3543]

actually tao is a sweet and caring person,,he do not want charlie getting bullied by having crush on straight guy cause based on the comic, tao is the only person that care and always with him when charlie getting bullied in a past. so he always take care of charlie to avoid it from happen again. i think they should insert that scene in this series cause it will shows that why tao's character very possesive....

[@Mitsu2040]

Such a sweet show! I envy young lgbt+ kids who get to experience this show and know that they're not alone

[@JRHainsworth]

It's interesting that they changed the first meeting with Ben to have Ben himself leave first, in the book Charlie notices the bell and leaves Ben, which doesn't make as much sense for the story.

[@keilani08]

They represent all my reactions to nick I fall in love with him 😩

[@canthalloweenvalentine]

season 2 reactions??? pleaseeeee

[@hayhayswrld]

Not y’all obsessing over kit connor 😂 I love it

[@carleytimmerman6451]

I’m so glad that the story creator, Alice Oseman, had a say in the casting because every single one of the actors looks dead on to their character in the comics, ESPECIALLY Charlie (Joe) and Nick (Kit)

[@jonhinson5701]

Elle is so sweet. I think she will be a good influence on Tao and he really cares for her.

[@Dboy547]

Rewatching this because y’all are too funny 😂

[@hernandez409]

I am also a Nick/ Kit Stan Account because like damn the casting was perfect... Loved this reaction cant wait for the other half!!!

[@Drawing_with_lillian]

I’m actually lesbian my girlfriend is trans this is one of our go to shows. Because of how much we can both relate to some of this. But her and I love watching this together we actually took an entire day for the two of us, the day this show came out. And watched it together. It’s definitely in our top 10#

[@carljacobchavez8131]

The way they BOP to Lucid by Rina is everything💙💛

[@LuizFelipe-ci3fr]

Thanks for listening

[@sheltondaal6425]

This reaction was everything! Happy to have y’all in the Heartstopper fan club! Will also be joining y’all in the Tao hate club cause I truly could not with him.

[@kennyfool8078]

You should give references for how Elle should style her hair next season cus I love both of yalls hair style

[@AnxietyRat]

I mean Elle's hair style is from the comics. 🤷‍♀️ So I assume they will stick with it. Idk.

[@singularbritney8734]

YOUR REACTION TO RINA OH YESSSS I SUBSCRIBED

[@soii.iaa3]

I LOVE THE REACTIONS TO NICK😭😭

[@Ocurz531]

I'm a gay guy here...and whew at the gay experiences shown in this whole show. I cried almost every episode.

[@leavesfromthevine4465]

I'm watching this for a second time in less than a year. You're so wholesome guyz. This reaction is as great and confort-y as the series you're reacting to! Wish you be well!❤

[@eri5867]

First sponsor!!! congratulations 🎉 🥳

[@Wedawe]

You two are so cute and entertaining I really enjoyed your reaction 😽 Love you girls stay healthy and gorgeous as always 🤍🤍

[@cosplayannie]

It was so fun watching someone who hasn't read the books, I love your reactions! ❤️

[@hihey8746]

y’all have got to be two of the cutest ppl i’ve ever seen

[@moonblinked23]

Not me lowkey relating to y’all thirsting for Nick 🤣 I mean we ALL noticed his chest and he keeps crossing his arms too alsksks mans wants us to LOOK 👀

[@Chuuzus]

this commentary is everything!!

[@TesexChristina]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@theanyktos]

Ok, but that transition into the betterhelp ad was _smooth_ . Kudos.

[@samuelnorton2804]

Love the reaction especially with the Hamilton reference

[@salemoh9759]

Thx for your reaction 🙏🏻🌈

[@K3ll4neseiv35]

I go to horizon school and trust me there VERY colourful

[@bashirisawyer5400]

it’s crazy y’all say everything i thought watching it !! and it’s definitely a comfort show 🥺 i’ve seen it three times and it hits the feels every time

[@user9133]

That ad read was so smooth

[@ryderrezentes1286]

Bro nicks dog is sooooo photogenic. Like look at the pictures they have of (him or her? I cant remember). You'll see what Im talking abt

[@bashirisawyer5400]

oh my god yes you explained it so well, i want a movie/show to make me FEEL something and i BALWED MY EYES OUT during this entire show.

[@stevenslifestyle9623]

You two proving the commentary I needed to get Over my hangover 😂❤️❤️

[@xstarinthemakingx]

Please react to the rest of the eps! This was so entertaining I was smiling the whole way through! 😂

[@reemthememe]

a hamilton reference in a heartstopper reaction? yo this is my new favourite channel