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Adolescence

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2025
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
229K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
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Stephen Graham and Owen Cooper in Adolescence (2025)
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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When a 13-year-old is accused of the murder of a classmate, his family, therapist and the detective in charge are all left asking what really happened.When a 13-year-old is accused of the murder of a classmate, his family, therapist and the detective in charge are all left asking what really happened.When a 13-year-old is accused of the murder of a classmate, his family, therapist and the detective in charge are all left asking what really happened.

  • Creators
    • Stephen Graham
    • Jack Thorne
  • Stars
    • Owen Cooper
    • Stephen Graham
    • Ashley Walters
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    229K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    143
    22
    • Creators
      • Stephen Graham
      • Jack Thorne
    • Stars
      • Owen Cooper
      • Stephen Graham
      • Ashley Walters
    • 1.5KUser reviews
    • 84Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 13 Primetime Emmys
      • 9 wins & 28 nominations total

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    Owen Cooper
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    Ashley Walters
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    • DI Luke Bascombe
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    Faye Marsay
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    • DS Misha Frank
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    Christine Tremarco
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    Douglas Russell
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    Lewis Pemberton
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    Summary

    Reviewers say 'Adolescence' tackles social media's impact, peer pressure, bullying, and modern parenting challenges. It scrutinizes adolescent behavior, mental health, toxic masculinity, and online radicalization. The series also addresses family struggles post-violent incidents involving children. It raises vital questions about societal expectations, parental responsibilities, and technology's broader effects on youth, receiving both praise for its depth and criticism for its heavy themes.
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    10floriflowers

    wow

    I didn't expect it to be this gutting... really great writing! Jezus especially episode 3 with the psychologist!!

    Really amazing acting..

    and the topic is SO important.. i am recommending this to everyone i know..

    this technology has been overwhelming us.. making victims of whole generations of kids and young adults, not to mention their unsuspecting parents.. and freaking Zuckerberg and the other tech bros wanna go on like they have no responsibility.. yeah, well, watch this series to understand that ALL of us bear a responsibility AND we're SO INTERCONNECTED that we cannot possibly deny it.
    M_B27-81

    Overrated

    Not sure what all the hype was about, I was disappointed. The trailer was intriguing and made the show look interesting so I wanted to check it out.

    All the actors casted were great but the show didn't live up to its potential. With all that talent, the show could have been much better.

    The first two episodes were engaging and grabbed my attention. It was a unique start and I was looking forward to see how it all ended.

    But as I continued to watch, then the story fell flat. All the build up from the first two episodes was misleading.

    The last two episodes were uninteresting and didn't wrap up the story very well.
    kate_321

    Prima!

    As a parent, I found it to be an eye-opening watch-scary, puzzling, and deeply psychological. It felt genuine and painfully realistic as the motive behind the crime slowly revealed itself. The pacing of the scenes and the camera work were exceptionally well done. The dialogue was well-written, with just enough silent moments to encourage introspection and allow us to reflect on the issues raised in our own lives and experiences.

    Not to mention the incredible acting-the performances were outstanding. I even went back and rewatched some parts after realizing that the young actor had never performed on screen before. What a talent-natural, captivating, and truly remarkable. An amazing start to what will hopefully be a long and successful career on screen.

    Thank you!
    DaveG121

    Haunting

    It's a hard watch, absolutely haunting. One episode in and I'm already struggling. Acting is Oscar worthy. You find yourself torn between compassion for the accused, and the desire for justice. Being British and living in Texas I'm very proud of this production, genuine art in motion.

    Some have said this is boring, and as a hater of boring, I can tell you, it's not boring. Every scene carries trauma, emotion, desperation, confusion and love. It's a hodgepodge of horror and hope.

    This is not my normal fair, but I found myself transfixed throughout. It doesn't matter if you're an action fan, horror, sci fi, thriller or drama, this show will have you on the edge.
    10hybrazilcreations

    Every episode punches your gut

    I don't normally write a review but I decided to write this because EVERYONE should watch Adolescence. It is a rollercoaster of a show. Every episode takes you down a different rabbit hole. The writing is impeccable. The characters are perfectly executed by the actors. Episode one was heartbreaking, episode two had me holding my breath as I watched it, episode three was shocking and unexpected and episode four was heartbreaking all over again. I am most certainly going to sit and watch this again as I feel that there is such complexity and depth that I will see even more next time round. Congrats to everyone involved in this project- it is flawless!

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    • Trivia
      Episode three was the first to be shot. It was newcomer Owen Cooper's first time on a set.
    • Crazy credits
      At the start of each episode, pictures of the young cast members as children are shown.
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    • Release date
      • March 13, 2025 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Adolescencia
    • Filming locations
      • South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • It's All Made Up Productions
      • Matriarch Productions
      • Plan B Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      • 1h(60 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.00 : 1

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