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Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Garners Critical Acclaim Ahead of Premiere

The psychological thriller, co-created by Stephen Graham, explores a family’s turmoil following a shocking accusation against their teenage son.

Stephen Graham worried about his sone in Adolescence.
Adolescence. Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller in Adolescence. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2024 Adolescence tells the story of how a family’s world is turned upside down when 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) is arrested for the murder of a teenage girl who goes to his school
Christine Tremarco and Stephen Graham in Adolescence
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Overview

  • Adolescence, a British limited series, debuts on Netflix on March 13, 2025, with all four episodes available for streaming.
  • The show follows the aftermath of a 13-year-old boy’s arrest for the alleged murder of a schoolmate, focusing on his family, investigators, and a psychologist grappling with the tragedy.
  • Stephen Graham co-created, co-wrote, and stars in the series, which examines societal pressures on young men and challenges preconceived notions about family culpability.
  • Directed by Philip Barantini, each episode is filmed in a single continuous one-hour shot, mirroring the style of the critically acclaimed film Boiling Point.
  • Adolescence has received a perfect 100% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, highlighting its compelling narrative and innovative filmmaking approach.