Actor Hudson Williams Is Writing Film Featuring an Ex-Hockey Player

Actor Hudson Williams is currently writing a new film that features a former hockey player, according to reports from Deadline and Variety. The reports note that Williams experienced challenges while developing the character. FanBolt also reported that Williams hinted at the new project, which includes a hockey twist. [1][3][4]

In separate news, Heated Rivalry cast member Connor Storrie is looking to secure a villain role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Collider reported. [2]

Williams gained prominence for playing Shane Hollander in the Crave original television series Heated Rivalry, which premiered in 2025. He received a Canadian Screen Award for Best Leading Performance in a Drama Series for the role. Heated Rivalry, created and directed by Jacob Tierney, is based on the Game Changers romance book series written by Rachel Reid. The series follows two professional hockey players from rival teams who keep their romantic relationship secret. [5][7]

Williams is set to appear in several upcoming projects, including the Crave series Yaga, the Netflix limited series The Altruists, and the feature films Apparatus and Tyrant. [5]