La British miniseries Adolescence has managed to become one of the most debated television phenomena of the year after its premiere last March in Netflix. With just four episodes filmed in sequence shots, its visual and thematic approach has garnered critical acclaim and has sparked a strong social debate around the problems faced by teenagers in the digital age. The story of Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a classmate, has touched the consciences of many with his portrayal of youth vulnerability in an environment contaminated by misogynistic ideologies and hate speech on social media. Given the viral nature of the issue, it is not surprising that a large part of the public is wondering if there will be a second seasonAnd the truth is that, as of today, the answer is not simple.
Is the second season of Adolescence confirmed?
Although Netflix has not officially given the green light a second installment, it is known that the possibilities of continuing the series are on the table. The production company Plan B Entertainment, owned by actor Brad Pitt, has begun preliminary talks with director Philip Barantini with the aim of developing a "new phase" of the project. This was confirmed by the co-presidents of Plan B, Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner, in a interview recent with Deadline
From the production it is emphasized the intention of maintaining the raw tone and focus on human nature, without falling into repetition or losing the essence that defined the first season. However, if this second part were to be made, its premiere would not take place before end of 2026 or even 2027, given the artistic and logistical complexity involved in shooting each episode in a single take.
In their public statements, both Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham, the series' writers and creators, have also shown initially reluctant positions towards a direct continuation of Jamie Miller's storyBoth agree that the narrative arc of the young man accused is closed, and that further exploration of it would not add anything new, an idea that many fans of the miniseries have also commented on. Thorne even rejected the idea of developing a second season. focused on Katie, the victim.
A second season with a new story
The series has reached astonishing viewing figures with over 114 million views in just over three weeks, placing it as one of the most watched productions of all time on the platform.
This has led to interest in releasing a second installment, with several theories/options being considered:
- Recapturing Jamie's universe but from other points of view, such as that of his family or the media.
- Explore different but equally current topics that affect teenagers, such as aesthetic pressure, digital scams, drug use, or mental health.
- Opt for an anthology-style narrative, in the style of T o The Sinner, where each season presents a new story but with a similar aesthetic and tone.
Its great social and educational impact
One of the elements that has weighed most heavily in the assessment of a possible second season is the strong cultural impact that the first has had. Adolescence Not only has it been the subject of articles, debates, and forums, but it will also be screened in British schools as part of an educational initiative to combat hate speech, misogyny, and the radicalization of teenagers through social media.
The series has been especially effective in showing how concepts such as ideology Incel or toxic masculinity can resonate deeply with vulnerable young people. The portrayal of these themes through an emotionally and visually immersive narrative has been one of the greatest successes, according to critics and educators.
Furthermore, the shooting method –each chapter recorded in a single take - has been praised not only as an aesthetic technique but as a tool that reinforces emotional closeness with the viewer. According to the producers themselves, it was a matter of avoiding "could escape from the reality that the plot poses", thus forcing the public to confront the conflicts without filters. And they have certainly succeeded.
And you, do you think a second season is necessary?
