Netflix's Adolescence isn't done yet: Season 2 in the works, say producers

Adolescence quickly became one of Netflix's most talked-about series, sparking ongoing discussions across social media about its bold take on a sensitive theme, even a month after its debut on March 13. Now, fans have reason to get excited again: in a recent interview with Deadline, Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner, co-presidents of Brad Pitt's production company Plan B Entertainment, confirmed that a second season is officially in the works.

Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner recently shared in a conversation with Deadline that they are currently in discussions with director Philip Barantini about developing the "next iteration" of Adolescence.

The show, co-created by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, struck a chord with audiences for its intense and unflinching portrayal of a deeply relevant issue.

The story follows a 13-year-old boy Jamie Miller, played by breakout star Owen Cooper, who becomes entangled in the toxic online space and is accused of fatally stabbing a female classmate. Graham also stars in the series as Jamie's father.

The gripping narrative and bold execution have kept audiences talking long after its premiere.

Gardner hinted at what's ahead without giving too much away, saying they are considering how to "widen the aperture, stay true to its DNA [and] not be repetitive."

Meanwhile, Kleiner expressed optimism that Stephen Graham and writer Jack Thorne could return for the next chapter.

With this creative vision and team still engaged, the prospect of a second season promises to be just as powerful and unflinching as the first.

Adolescence's soaring popularity

Adolescence continues to perform impressively on Netflix, climbing to the fourth spot on the platform's Most Popular English TV chart this week, an impressive jump from its debut at number nine just a week earlier.

Interestingly, this now-hit series originally began its journey at Amazon Prime Video, where Plan B Entertainment had first pitched the concept under a development agreement with the streaming giant.

Well, what turned out to be Prime Video's pass has clearly become a big win for Netflix!

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