What History Is Adolescence Making in the UK? Netflix’s Latest Hit Thriller Marches Towards a One-of-a-Kind Record

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The teenage years have truly excelled, claiming the number one spot in the latest British TV rankings. The recently released Netflix series centers around a 13-year-old who murders a classmate, delving into the ensuing legal complications. In its debut week on streaming platforms, the show has successfully appealed to many viewers and garnered an impressive 6.5 million views for its first episode.

In the second installment, we’re just shy of reaching 6 million views, according to Barb’s latest reports. Remarkably, Adolescence surpassed The Apprentice, which garnered about 5.8 million views on its seventh day post-release.

Additionally, the program ignited discussions worldwide concerning gender violence and adolescent masculinity, while it garnered more popularity than shows like Baby Reindeer, Fool Me Once, and The Gentlemen. Furthermore, its viewership numbers continue to escalate.

Moreover, not only did the show break new ground, but it’s also worth mentioning that Netflix has been the most popular streaming service in the U.K. over the last three years. The head of their UK division has received praise for offering series such as Baby Reindeer and Adolescence on the platform.

Globally, the Graham-led series amassed an impressive 24 million views and nearly 100 million hours of viewership. One factor contributing to its popularity is its exceptional cinematography. Notably, each of its four episodes were filmed in a continuous shot.

In this TV series, the story unfolds as the lives of a family are drastically altered when their 13-year-old son, Jamie Miller, is accused of murdering a classmate. This shocking accusation compels them to face every parent’s deepest fear.

All episodes of Adolescence are available to stream on Netflix.

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2025-03-25 10:37