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Season 1 – Adolescence

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A family's world turns upside down when 13-year-old Jamie Miller is arrested for murdering a schoolmate: the charges against their son force them to confront every parent's worst nightmare.
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Critics Consensus

Stylistically bold and beautifully acted from top to bottom, Adolescence is a masterclass in televisual storytelling and a searing viewing experience that scars.

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Eric Deggans NPR It's the exploration of toxic incel culture and its effect on young men that makes the series a relevant, spellbinding exploration of a pressing moment in modern society. Jun 7, 2025 Full Review Judy Berman TIME Magazine Cooper, Doherty, and Graham, who plays Jamie’s guilt-stricken father, are all phenomenal. Jun 6, 2025 Full Review Namrata Joshi The New Indian Express [Adolescence] is an authentic, searing portrayal of the hardships of growing up in an age when the digital world and social media don’t just overshadow the real but manipulate and maul it in disquieting ways. May 29, 2025 Full Review Marta Medina mundoCine A father’s worst nightmare unfolds in a single-take series. (...) Adolescence is utterly devastating and bleak, yet deeply necessary and more timely than ever. One of the best new shows of the year so far. [Full Review in Spanish] Rated: 4/5 Aug 22, 2025 Full Review Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com Each episode is one long camera shot and this is fascinating to observe. Rated: 7/10 Aug 3, 2025 Full Review Victor Pineyro Seventh Art Studio Sequence shots are usually more effective in action & horror, and even with Adolescence teasing both of these genres, it masterfully develops the tension in a full blown heart-breaking drama. Kudos to this incredible cast & crew. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 9/10 Jul 23, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Stephen C 4 successful episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ages 17 and older!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/17/25 Full Review Andy H OK, I get it, and the good reviews. The first episode is great, and the others kind follow up, with some (deeper) commentary, but are far from as good as the first. That is disappointing. But, while it is a hard watch, the buzz is great as it touches subjects that should be discussed. I wouldn't call this entertainment, but please have a watch. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/17/25 Full Review Grant F Unrealistic, and indulgent with some halfway decent acting. Some parts are almost comedic with their heavy-handed attempts to push an unrealistic view of the world. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 09/17/25 Full Review Rudy J Honestly just phenomenal. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/16/25 Full Review Andro B Its really bad, i coundt umderstand anything Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/15/25 Full Review Ariana R. ‘Defending Jacob’ on Apple TV did it better in my opinion. but it’s still a good watch, it’s a little slow moving through the episodes Rated 3 out of 5 stars 09/12/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Ashley Walters

Bascombe

Owen Cooper

Jamie Miller

Stephen Graham

Eddie Miller

Faye Marsay

DS Misha Frank

Christine Tremarco

Manda Miller

Amélie Pease

Lisa Miller

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 13, 2025 Police break down the door of the Millers' family home; teenage Jamie is arrested and taken in for questioning but insists he's done nothing wrong. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 13, 2025 The police look for answers and the weapon at Jamie's school; they can't get any leads from his friends, until DI Bascombe's son offers to help. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 13, 2025 Jamie meets with a psychologist; he's reluctant to speak at first, but eventually he opens up about his complex feelings towards Katie. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 13, 2025 On Eddie's birthday, the Millers try to celebrate like everything is normal; but a series of upsetting events threatens to send the family over the edge. Details

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Season Info

Director
Philip Barantini
Executive Producer
Philip Barantini, Dede Gardner
Screenwriter
Stephen Graham, Jack Thorne
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Mar 13, 2025
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