Netflix has done it again — releasing a series that quickly shot to the top of streaming charts and even outpaced the fourth season of Stranger Things. The drama Adolescence has become the breakout hit of 2025. In its first 91 days on the platform, it amassed 141.2 million views — surpassing Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and the first season of Bridgerton. While it hasn’t yet reached the all-time record set by Wednesday, it’s rapidly closing the gap.
Plot of Adolescence
The series centers on teenager Jamie Miller (played by Owen Cooper), who is accused of murdering a classmate. Across four episodes, viewers see the story from multiple perspectives — from Jamie’s parents to the school environment and the pressures of public opinion. Each episode is filmed in one continuous take, creating an immersive and intense experience. This isn’t just a show — it’s a raw, documentary-like plunge into a teenage nightmare, where truth is drowned by emotions, social media, and public judgment.
Acting on a Cinematic Level
The cast shines with Stephen Graham, Christine Tremarco, and Amelie Pizz portraying Jamie’s parents and their circle. Their performances are a key reason the series earned a perfect rating on Rotten Tomatoes. But it’s not only the acting that makes this show special:Adolescence hits hard on a sensitive topic — youth radicalization and society’s rush to judgment.
What’s Next?
Netflix will soon release new seasons of Wednesday and Stranger Things — meaning the streaming ratings battle is just getting started. Even if Adolescence doesn’t hold the top spot forever, it has already secured its place in the platform’s history as one of the most powerful and candid miniseries of the year.
