Character Relationship Map: Time Is Up

Characters

• Vivien (played by Bella Thorne) — protagonist

  High school student passionate about math and physics. Initially dating swim star Steve but feels neglected due to his distance and secrecy. After learning her parents separated, she travels to Rome,...

• Roy (played by Benjamin Mascolo) — supporting

  Underperforming high school swimmer with tattoos, pressured by family and coaches to earn a scholarship. He helps Vivien when harassed, keeps Steve's secret, and ultimately beats Steve in a crucial ra...

• Steve (played by Sebastiano Pigazzi) — supporting

  Affluent high school swim team star and Vivien's initial boyfriend. He is emotionally distant and secretly involved with college coach Dylan. After threatening Roy to keep the secret, Steve loses a ke...

• Dylan (played by Nikolay Moss) — supporting

  College-aged swim coach in a secret romantic relationship with Steve. He travels to Rome with the team, where Vivien discovers them together, triggering a major emotional crisis and confrontation.

Key Relationships

• Steve → Roy (Conflict Swim Rivals)
• Steve → Dylan (Romantic Secret Lovers)
• Vivien → Roy (Romantic Lovers)
• Vivien → Steve (Romantic Boyfriend)

Story Analysis

A coming-of-age story exploring love, betrayal, and academic self-discovery.

Plot Progression

1. Shattered Illusions
2. Rome Detour
3. Betrayal & Tragedy
4. Awakening & Independence