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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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Adolescence — Season 1

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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 Ishmeet Nagpal Mediaversity Reviews Every generation finds a new thing to blame for the same misogyny that has existed since the Bronze Age. Rated: C Jun 24, 2025 Full Review Joe Lipsett Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast The performances are exquisite, but the long take format only works 50% of the time (episodes 1 and 3 are best; whereas 2 and 4 feel gimmicky). Rated: 3.5/5 May 21, 2025 Full Review Ernesto Diezmartinez Letras Libres The bewildered parents, police officers, teachers, and psychologist in "Adolescence" come to a conclusion: understanding the motives of one teenage killer won't necessarily prevent others from emerging.[Full review in Spanish] Rated: 3/4 Apr 30, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Ryan H. I loved how each of these episodes were done in one shot. I felt like the plot was pretty simple but every episode spotlights a different character in a very powerful way. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/10/25 Full Review Am R Great show!!! I highly recommend it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/06/25 Full Review Michele W Great show! Kept me engaged from start to finish. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/04/25 Full Review Duey D. There’s a long list of things that make this show great! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/04/25 Full Review Tom F Some of the most powerful TV you will see this year. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/03/25 Full Review Jennifer M GREAT! Not an easy watch, but its a series that’s worth watching. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/03/25 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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