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'Adolescence' Becomes Netflix's Latest Global Sensation

The British miniseries delves into online radicalization, toxic masculinity, and systemic failures, earning critical acclaim and record-breaking viewership.

  • 'Adolescence' achieved 24.3 million global views within its first three days, making it one of Netflix's most successful premieres of 2025.
  • The series follows the story of 13-year-old Jamie Miller, accused of murdering a female classmate, while exploring his descent into online extremism.
  • Through its critique of toxic masculinity and systemic misogyny, the show highlights the societal roots of gender-based violence.
  • Employing a 'one-take' filming style, the series enhances its immersive storytelling, earning praise for its innovative production techniques.
  • Critics have lauded 'Adolescence' as a landmark in contemporary television, with some calling it 'the closest to perfect television in decades.'
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