A new limited series on Netflix, “Adolescence,” has taken the cultural conversation by storm, attracting 24.3 million views in its first four days and sparking debate about the challenges faced by today’s youth. The show, set in Britain, follows 13-year-old Jamie Miller as he is arrested for murder after one of his classmates is found stabbed.
The series, which stars Owen Cooper and Christine Tremarco, has been praised for its tense narrative and thought-provoking approach to storytelling. Unlike other prestige thrillers that rely on shocking twists, “Adolescence” builds tension through character development and realistic portrayals of the emotional aftermath of a traumatic event.
The show’s creators have drawn comparisons to another British series, “Baby Reindeer,” which also tackled difficult subjects but in a more explicit manner. However, “Adolescence” takes a different approach, asking viewers to bear witness to the struggles faced by Jamie and his family.
Parents are advised to be warned that this show deals with mature themes and may be distressing for some. The horror of “Adolescence” lies not in its graphic content but in its portrayal of issues that are easy to overlook until they become too late. With four episodes and a reported 24.3 million views, “Adolescence” has solidified its place as a thought-provoking and unflinching examination of the challenges faced by today’s youth.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/18/entertainment/adolescence-netflix-limited-series/index.html