Adolescence (2025)
Kernel Score: 88% · 1,446 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime
First aired: 2025-03-13
Seasons: 1 · 4 episodes
Where to watch Adolescence
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
When a 13-year-old is accused of the murder of a classmate, his family, therapist and the detective in charge are all left asking: what really happened?
Adolescence parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Adolescence is a TV-MA British crime miniseries about a 13-year-old accused of murdering a classmate, covering misogyny, bullying, and violence against women.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — The series centers on a murder investigation and explores violence against women and bullying in visceral, blunt detail per the keywords.
- Language: Moderate — TV-MA rating for British youth drama suggests strong, realistic language.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Adolescence FAQ
Is Adolescence good?
Adolescence has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,446 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Adolescence?
In the US you can stream Adolescence on Netflix.
Is Adolescence OK for kids?
Adolescence is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Adolescence is a TV-MA British crime miniseries about a 13-year-old accused of murdering a classmate, covering misogyny, bullying, and violence against women.
What shows are like Adolescence?
If you liked Adolescence, try Under the Bridge, Defending Jacob, Killing Eve and DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.