“Adolescence” is a 2025 Netflix four-part series produced by Warp Films, known for their impactful works like This Is England and Four Lions. The show is receiving wide acclaim for its exploration of online sexism and irrationality among teenagers.
The series follows a 13-year-old boy who is accused of committing a grave crime after being influenced by harmful online ideologies. As he becomes knotted in sexist content, the series examines how the internet’s toxic influence can radicalize vulnerable youth.
The series has become the number one show in 74 countries, with 96.7 million views, making it a cultural touchstone for addressing youth, online radicalization, and misogyny.
The UK government is responding by making the series available for free to secondary schools across the country. This initiative aims to provoke discussions among students about the dangers of social media, online ideologies, and sexism.
In collaboration with organizations like Tender, educational resources are being developed to help teachers and parents tackle the complex issues presented in the series. These materials will support meaningful conversations with young people about the content they encounter online.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has endorsed the initiative, sharing that watching the series with his children made him realize the importance of discussing online safety and the impact of digital content on youth.
The decision to incorporate the series into UK school curricula underscores a growing commitment to addressing online influences and promoting healthy relationships and digital well-being.
