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Netflix's 'Adolescence' Success Prompts Early Talks for Potential Season 2

Plan B Entertainment is exploring ways to expand the narrative of the hit series while preserving its unique storytelling approach.

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Overview

  • The limited series 'Adolescence' has become Netflix's fourth most popular English-language show, with over 114.5 million views since its March 13 release.
  • Plan B Entertainment, Brad Pitt's production company, is in preliminary discussions with director Philip Barantini about a possible second season.
  • The series, originally conceived as a standalone story, uses an innovative one-take filming technique integral to its exploration of youth violence and toxic masculinity.
  • Any potential continuation would aim to stay true to the show's thematic core while avoiding repetition, with creators considering new narrative directions.
  • Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos and UK political figures have praised the show for its cultural impact, further fueling interest in its future possibilities.