Netflix is getting a new crime drama that could be one of the best shows of 2025 — here’s why

I was intrigued when I learned Netflix was getting a new crime drama called “Adolescence” in March. But when I discovered it would star Stephen Graham and reunite the British actor with “Boiling Point” director Philip Barantini, the show instantly became one of my most anticipated new Netflix series of 2025.

I’m trying to regulate my hype, but based on what we know, “Adolescence” could be very special.

A crime drama hailing from the U.K., “Adolescence” follows an ordinary family whose lives are upended when 13-year-old Jamie (Owen Cooper) is arrested and accused of murdering a fellow teen. That’s a narrative ripe for dramatic moments, and a deep exploration of how the unthinkable impacts a family. The upcoming series is set to debut on Netflix on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

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