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As Adolescence sheds light on the growing online radicalization of young men, Jack Thorne is attempting to make a difference.

Elon Musk has been widely criticised for spreading misinformation about Netflix‘s new hit series, Adolescence.Starring Stephen Graham and Owen Cooper, the show follows a young boy who is arrested for the murder of his classmate, with the show exploring the aftermath of the crime, as well as the psychological and social factors that led to it.Also examined in the four-part series is the rise of misogyny among young boys and how social media has impacted their attitudes towards women, as well as the challenges faced by parents navigating their children’s upbringing in an increasingly online world.After the series aired, Ian Miles Cheong took to X/Twitter to allege the show was “based on real life cases such as the Southport murderer”. He went on to say they had “race swapped the actual killer from a black man/migrant to a white boy” and altered the story so “he was radicalized online by the red pill movement”, something Cheong called “anti-white propaganda”.Netflix has a show called Adolescence that’s about a British knife killer who stabbed a girl to death on a bus and it’s based on real life cases such as the Southport murderer.So guess what.

Netflix hit Adolescence has said that children should be refused access to social media, as well as phones in school, in order to tackle ongoing problems in society.Starring Stephen Graham and Owen Cooper, the show follows a young boy who is arrested for the murder of his classmate. The show explores the aftermath of the crime, as well as the psychological and social factors that led to it.The show’s story looks at the rise of misogyny among young boys, the impact of social media on their attitudes, and the challenges faced by parents who navigate their child’s upbringing in a rapidly changing online world.

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Netflix’s Adolescence has been making headlines this week, but can viewers expect a second season? Read on for all that we know so far.The four-part miniseries was created by Jack Thorne (Toxic Town, This Is England) and Stephen Graham and directed by Boiling Point’s Philip Barantini, with each of the hour-long episodes shot in one single continuous take.It tells the story of Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), a 13-year-old boy who is shockingly arrested in the opening episode for the murder of a female classmate. Subsequent episodes explore the impact of the murder on Jamie’s school and family, as well as the possible motivation for the killing.It tackles the thorny political issue of incel culture and social media bullying, with a conversation between Jamie and a child psychologist taking up the entire third episode.

Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid had a bit of an awkward moment with guest David Harewood this morning.The British actor was on the show to chat about the Big Give campaign. Before they could dive into the campaign, the hosts started quizzing David about his thoughts on the popular Netflix series, Adolescence. Recently, Prime Minister Keir Starmer voiced his support for the campaign to screen the hard-hitting series in schools, revealing that he's been watching it at home.

Netflix viewers have recognised the actress who portrays Manda Miller, the mum, in the series Adolescence.The four-part drama, which premiered last week, features a star-studded cast including Stephen Graham and Ashley Walters.The show, created by Jack Thorne and Stephen, centres around a young boy named Jamie Miller (played by Owen Cooper) who is accused of murdering a young girl. Each of the four episodes of the drama was filmed in a single shot in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. Stephen Graham takes on the role of Jamie's father, Eddie Miller, while Ashley Walters plays DI Luke Bascombe, who is the lead investigator on the case.

Ashley Walters, star of the new Netflix hit drama Adolescence, was left needing comfort after a blunder he made during filming.The show, which has been praised for its intense and emotional narrative, features Ashley as DI Luke Bascombe, alongside Stephen Graham. Ashley admitted to being in tears over a mistake on set. In an interview, Hannah Walters – Stephen's wife, who is also a producer and actress on the show – disclosed that Ashley had slipped up during production.

AURORA has spoken about the impact of her song ‘Through The Eyes Of A Child’ appearing in Adolescence – the new Netflix limited series.The song comes from AURORA’s 2016 debut studio album ‘All My Demons Greeting Me’ and features in Adolescence‘s closing sequence as one of the only needle drops across the four episodes.Written by Jack Thorne (Toxic Town) and Stephen Graham, the series follows 13-year-old boy Jamie Miller who is arrested for the murder of a classmate. Like Boiling Point, also directed by Philip Barantini, every episode is filmed in one continuous shot.Now, the Norwegian singer-songwriter has commented on the response to the song, a decade after its initial release.Writing on Instagram on Monday (March 17), she said: “It’s a strange and wonderful thing to see people connecting with this song.

Editor’s note: spoilers ahead for all four episodes of Adolescence

Zack Sharf Digital News Director SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for “Adolescence,” now streaming on Netflix Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham‘s gut-wrenching crime drama “Adolescence” is currently topping Netflix’s most-watched TV chart, and its leading many viewers to ask the same question: Is the show based on a true story? “Adolescence” is a four-part limited series that tracks the arrest of 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) for the murder of one of his classmates. Each episode is filmed in a one take and broadens the scope of the crime and its aftermath. The first episode centers on Jamie’s arrest.

Netflix series Adolescence has got viewers talking, with the ending leaving some people divided.The gripping four-part drama has been met with high acclaim from audiences and critics alike. Starring Stephen Graham alongside on-screen newcomer Owen Cooper, it tells the harrowing story of a 13 year old boy accused of the murder of his classmate. In the show, Owen plays Jamie Miller, the young boy accused of murder, while Ashley Walters plays Detective Inspector Luke Bascombe, who is in charge of the investigation.The series shows Jamie unravel and expose his darkest thoughts, but also portrays the ripple effect the horrific crime has on his family and his school.

After Adolescence shot to the top of Netflix‘s most-watched charts, the streaming service spent some of the weekend answering questions about how the searing Stephen Graham series was made.

Adolescence. No, not the actual stage of life (though, let's be honest, we could all write a book on that), but that has everyone talking. The Adolescence cast brings together some big names and makes for .The show tackles serious and very real issues, namely male violence against women and girls—but at the hands of young boys.

Warning: Adolescence spoilers incoming…Adolescence on Netflix is a show that stays with you for a long time after watching it. It’s a powerful, terrifying, and vitally important study on the current crisis of modern masculinity and the devastating impact it is having on the epidemic of violence against women and girls.The four-part is the brainchild of Peaky Blinders and This Is England star Stephen Graham and Joy writer Jack Thorne.

Stephen Graham reunites with Boiling Point director Philip Barantini for British drama Adolescence.Written by Jack Thorne (Toxic Town) and Graham, the Netflix series follows 13-year-old boy Jamie Miller who is arrested for the murder of a classmate. Like Boiling Point, every episode is filmed in one continuous shot.Other cast members in the series include Ashley Walters, Erin Doherty, Owen Cooper, Faye Marsay, Christine Tremarco, Mark Stanley and Jo Hartley.All four episodes in the miniseries were released on March 13, 2025.Aaron May and David Ridley composed the show’s score, who have collaborated on various projects with director Philip Barantini in the past, like Boiling Point, Villain and Malpractice.You can stream the full soundtrack from Adolescence below.The series uses music sparingly but there are a couple of notable needle drops.A cover of Sting’s ‘Fragile’ composed by Aaron May and David Ridley is heard in the closing moments of the second episode.In the final episode, A-ha track ‘Take On Me’ is featured during the car ride, while ‘Through The Eyes Of A Child’ by Aurora is played during the closing sequence.In a four-star review, NME described the series as “essential viewing”, adding: “It’s unflinching commitment to the darkest corners of the story will remain with you long after the credits have rolled.

The One Show viewers were left utterly starstruck when none other than Hollywood icon Robert De Niro dropped by for a chat on the famous green sofa. Hosts Alex Jones and Clara Amfo returned to our screens with another thrilling episode on Thursday night (March 13), accompanied by a glittering lineup of celebrities.The evening's show welcomed stars like Debra Messing, Stephen Graham, and Owen Cooper, but it was Robert's surprise appearance that had audiences at home in sheer disbelief, with many pondering how the Beeb managed to snag such a legendary figure for the programme. Overwhelmed fans took to X, previously known as Twitter, to express their amazement.

Renowned actor Stephen Graham takes centre stage in Netflix's latest drama, Adolescence, and it's a family affair as he reunites with his talented wife, Hannah Walters.The gripping series delves into "an ordinary family's worst nightmare," with Stephen portraying a father whose world is shattered when his 13 year old son is arrested for the murder of a schoolmate. Not only does Stephen star in this four-part thriller, but he also co-wrote the script alongside This Is England's Jack Thorne, with direction by Philip Barantini, a familiar face from Boiling Point.

Alex Ritman Owen Cooper is a name many might be talking about over the next few weeks — at least among those who manage to get through Netflix‘s new limited series “Adolescence” in one piece. The emotionally-devastating 4-part drama — from director Philip Barantini and written by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham — tells the gut-wrenching story of a British family whose world is turned upside down when their outwardly normal and well-adjusted 13-year-old son Jamie is arrested for the murder of a teenage girl in his class.

Jack Dunn While “Peaky Blinders” had its heyday on the small screen, series creator and writer Steven Knight says his feature adaptation belongs in movie theaters. “I really want the ‘Peaky’ fans who have been a big part of this to be watching it all together in one building,” Knight told The Playlist.

Steven Knight has hinted that there may be a theatrical outing for his Peaky Blinders film ahead of its arrival on Netflix’s streaming platform.