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Adolescence: drama schools hit out at ‘stars from nowhere’ narrative

The drama teachers behind the young actors in the Netflix smash say their lack of recognition ‘has caused wide upset’

The Guardian - UK · Mar 31, 2025

Adolescence ‘not easy viewing’ says Starmer as he backs streaming show in schools

PM met writer Jack Thorne and producer Jo Johnson for a discussion about misogyny

The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2025

Starmer: No ‘simple solution’ to boys being pulled into ‘whirlpool’ of misogyny

Writer Jack Thorne and producer Jo Johnson, and representatives from the NSPCC and Children’s Society, joined the Prime Minister for a discussion.

Evening Standard · Mar 31, 2025

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Most parents of 11 to 16-year-olds say child has internet in bedroom – survey

Three quarters of the parents questioned said they are concerned about what their children are seeing, hearing or doing online.

Evening Standard · Mar 31, 2025

Netflix’s Adolescence proves Stephen Graham could be the best British actor of a generation

Adolescence is a powerful Netflix series –and Stephen Graham delivers a powerhouse performance

T3 · Mar 31, 2025

Adolescence writer reacts to ‘absurd’ race-swapping theory spread by Elon Musk

Jack Thorne said ‘it’s absurd to say [knife crime] is only committed by Black boys’

The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2025

Netflix top 10 shows — here's the 3 worth watching right now

These are the best shows you shouldn't skip from the Netflix top 10 list, including a gripping crime drama and a new reality show that fans of "Traitors" will love.

Tom’s Guide · Mar 29, 2025

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9 of my favorite movies and shows that I streamed on Netflix, Prime Video and more in March 2025

Netflix's Adolescence makes the top of my March streaming diary in addition to two Sean Baker features and one of my favorites from Darren Aronofsky.

TechRadar · Mar 29, 2025

Stephen Graham is hugely proud of Adolescence

Stephen Graham is extremely proud of the hard-hitting Netflix drama 'Adolescence', which has resonated with audiences after its release on the streamer earlier this month.

BANG Premier · Mar 29, 2025

Stephen Graham: the ‘working-class, mixed-race kid’ who cares deeply about the work

As his latest drama Adolescence stirs debate, we look at Liverpudlian actor’s previous roles and ability to keep it real

The Guardian - UK · Mar 28, 2025

Jeremy Clarkson praises Netflix hit Adolescence for pulling off 'impossible' feat

The series has been at the top of the most-watched programmes on the streaming website globally since landing on Netflix

Evening Standard · Mar 28, 2025

Adolescence star suffers wardrobe malfunction on BBC Breakfast: ‘Things go wrong!’

Host Charlie Stayt jumped to action, declaring ‘anything can happen’

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2025

Nostalgia TV: Why are we only watching old shows?

Last year, the world watched shows predominantly from the early 00s. Why have we become so obsessed with shows from 20 years ago?

Euronews · Mar 28, 2025

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

These are our top podcast picks.

The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2025

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Total Film · Mar 26, 2025

Sorry, Adolescence season 2 isn't happening, despite its 99% Rotten Tomatoes score and record-breaking Netflix audience

Netflix hit Adolescence won't be getting another season, says co-creator Jack Thorne

The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025

Adolescence director on ‘sucker punch’ scene and whether show should get a series two

‘The conversation that it’s sparked has just blown my mind,’ says Philip Barantini

International Business Times UK · Mar 26, 2025

Did Netflix's 'Adolescence' Race Swap Its Main Character? Jack Thorne Responds to Backlash

Netizens have dragged the show into a new debate by claiming that the writers of the show 'race-swapped' the lead despite taking inspiration from a case where the perpetrator was a young black boy.

BANG Premier · Mar 26, 2025

Adolescence star Stephen Graham cried over message from Bruce Springsteen

'Adolescence' star Stephen Graham has admitted he broke down in tears after getting a poignant message from Bruce Springsteen thanking him for his work portraying his father in upcoming biopic 'Deliver Me from Nowhere'.

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Evening Standard · Mar 26, 2025

Adolescence director says ‘standalone’ show should not have a second series

He also spoke about how the show’s one-shot format was executed.

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025

OPINION - If you think there was 'race swapping' in Adolescence, you have misunderstood the show completely

People are accusing Adolescence on Netflix of avoiding the real problem by “race swapping” its main character. It’s classic deflection, says Maddy Mussen

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2025

Netflix’s Adolescence makes TV history in the UK

Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne’s drama has become the first streaming show to top the UK most-watched television charts

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025

Danny Dyer hails Stephen Graham’s Adolescence as he blasts social media: 'It’s destroying the planet'

Dyer discussed the dangers of social media for young people with The Standard and suggested the UK consider social media age restrictions similar to Australia's

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2025

Adolescence, the backlash: the nightmare of making hit TV in terrifying times

From online hate to being mobbed in public, having a televisual smash is becoming increasingly fraught. Should Netflix have hidden its stars away in a safe house?

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025

‘I could have been Jamie’, says youth worker after Adolescence screening

Tender is a charity which uses drama to instil lessons about healthy relationships.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2025

Adolescence writer explains why there won’t be a series two

There are two key reasons not to continue the story, he says

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