At a Glance
- Stephen Graham hints a second season of Adolescence could arrive “in three or four years”
- The Netflix limited series swept four trophies at the 2026 Golden Globes, including Best Actor for Graham and Best Supporting Actor for 13-year-old Owen Cooper
- Graham urged parents to “give your kid a massive cuddle” after viewers say the show brought families closer
- Why it matters: The crime drama’s surprise awards haul and open-ended finale leave the door wide open for more episodes
Netflix’s Adolescence dominated the 2026 Golden Globes on Sunday, and co-creator Stephen Graham is already stoking talk of a return.
The gritty limited series-centered on 13-year-old Jamie Miller, accused of murdering classmate Katie Leonard-claimed four trophies, prompting Graham to tease a potential second installment.
Graham Hints at Season 2 Timeline
Asked directly about another season, Graham told Deadline on the Beverly Hilton red carpet: “I cannot answer that question because it’s somewhere in the deep recesses of my mind and Jack’s mind. We’ll pull it out in three or four years, so stay tuned.”
The comment marks the first official signal that the story could continue beyond the initially self-contained run.
Historic Night for the Young Cast
Owen Cooper, who plays Jamie, became the youngest winner ever in the Best Supporting Actor-Television Series category. Backstage, the teenager called the moment “the most proudest I’ve ever been,” adding, “We made it with love and it was a special show, but never in a million years did we think we’d be here.”
Awards Sweep
**Adolescence collected:
- Best Limited or Anthology Series
- Best Actor in a Limited Series – Stephen Graham
- Best Supporting Actor in a Series – Owen Cooper
- Best Writing for a Limited Series – Jack Thorne
Viewer Impact
Graham said multiple parents have thanked him for sparking family conversations. One father-son duo told the actor the series brought them closer, while a woman “started crying” as she described how the show helped her friend’s son “choose a better path.”
Graham called such reactions “the biggest honor I could ever ask for.”
Parental Plea
During the winners’ room interviews, Graham issued a direct appeal: “I want to say to every parent, please give your kid a massive cuddle. Tell them how much you love them and listen to them when they want to talk to you. Make sure the bedroom door’s always open and make sure you communicate with each other.”
What Comes Next
While Netflix has not ordered additional episodes, Graham’s four-year timeline suggests discussions with co-creator Jack Thorne have already begun. The first season ends with Jamie pleading guilty, but leaves wider questions about adolescent violence and online influence unresolved.
Key Takeaways
- Four Globes cement Adolescence as one of Netflix’s most decorated limited series.
- Stephen Graham confirms early talks on a follow-up, eyeing a 2029-2030 release window.
- Owen Cooper sets a Globes age record, underscelling the show’s breakout success.
- Viewer testimonials about improved parent-child dialogue may fuel demand for more episodes.
