Netflix is really putting its best foot forward to make sure it stays in the spotlight this award season. They have been serious about cutting costs by sometimes even canceling ongoing projects or pulling them from the platform entirely, but guess what? They saw a boost in subscribers last quarter, proving they are still in the game against the competition. And then with the return of the beloved show Heartstopper, which recently released its third season and set the world ablaze, the show has already earned its rightful place alongside other fan favorites. 

Heartstopper has joined the leagues of Arcane and Blood of Zeus by breaking an iconic record that speaks volumes about the success it is slated for.

Heartstopper’s third season just premiered on Netflix today, October 3, and it launched on the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes with a perfect 100% score. The Tomatometer reflects the percentage of positive reviews from professional critics, giving viewers a solid idea of a show's potential. With this impressive score, Heartstopper is now in elite company alongside other Netflix hits like Arcane and Blood of Zeus, all boasting that flawless 100%.

Other Netflix shows that also have the perfect 100% include Supacell (2024), House of Ninjas (2024), Simone Biles: Rising (2024), Geek Girl (2024), Delicious in Dungeon (2024-Present), Dear Child (2023), Savage Beauty (2022-Present), The Innocent (2021), The Chestnut Man (2021), and My Name (2021). So, a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes is as impressive as any major accolade, and Netflix has a lineup of shows that have hit that sweet spot.

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While that perfect score gives fans even more reasons to binge the season now, Kit Connor and Joe Locke dropped some extra teasers earlier, hinting at a shift in themes for the rom-com this season.

When Heartstopper launched its second season, fans were buzzing with curiosity about the third season. Capitalizing on that excitement, Netflix encouraged fans to send in their questions for the upcoming installment last year. Kit Connor and Joe Locke stepped in to answer those queries just last month, coming to the rescue of their fans. In an interview with Tia Kofi at Netflix HQ, Connor teased that this rom-com will switch things up and explore “darker themes.” 

Heartstopper season 3 has matured with plenty of intimate scenes, as noted by the leads, which explains its M rating. The actors highlighted that the increase in intimate moments “plays a big part” in this season. With actors like Drew Starkey emphasizing the significance of intimacy in storytelling before, this queer romance shifting gears and debuting with a perfect 100% Tomatometer confirms that this season is definitely one to keep an eye on.

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What do you think of Heartstopper's season 3's 100% score on Tomatometer to join shows like Arcane, Blood of Zeus, and more? Let us know in the comments below!