Adolescence: Netflix's Limited Series Shatters Viewership Records

'Adolescence' is a hit Netflix series with 66.3 million views, featuring actors Owen Cooper and Stephen Graham. It follows a 13-year-old schoolboy accused of murder. Directed by Philip Barantini, the limited series has received critical acclaim and features four episodes in total.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Los Angeles | Updated: 26-03-2025 17:09 IST | Created: 26-03-2025 16:42 IST
Adolescence: Netflix's Limited Series Shatters Viewership Records
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Netflix's limited series "Adolescence" has become a record-breaking phenomenon, amassing 66.3 million views on the platform. The series, which debuted on March 13, received high praise from critics, bolstered by strong performances from its cast, led by Owen Cooper and Stephen Graham.

Directed by Philip Barantini, "Adolescence" captured 24.3 million views in its first week and an impressive 42 million the following week. The show features a gripping story centered on 13-year-old Jamie Miller, portrayed by Cooper, who finds himself embroiled in a legal battle after being accused of murdering a classmate.

Featuring a talented ensemble cast, including Ashley Walters, Christine Tremarco, Erin Doherty, and Faye Marsay, "Adolescence" delivers a tightly woven narrative over four compelling episodes. The creative team, including Stephen Graham as a creator, helps cement the show's critical success and viewership triumph.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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