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'We never for one split second thought that it would have the impact it has' Actor Stephen Graham and co-writer Jack Thorne told #BBCBreakfast they hope their drama ‘Adolescence’ - which shines a light on the corrosive impact of social media and misogynist influencers on some teenage boys -... show more

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Chris Ship1 year ago

There was a good interview with Stephen Graham by @NinaNannarITV on News at Ten a couple of nights ago 😉 #Adolescence

Alexander Boldizar2 years ago

Preble Jefferson can see 5 seconds into the future. When government agencies become aware of his skill, he'll do whatever it takes to protect his family. “Calling this a thriller is a bit reductive...The most interesting novel I’ve read in a long time.” --JDC

Barney1 year ago

Stephen Graham. The best thing to come out of Liverpool since The Beatles.

Dee1 year ago

Brilliant writing & cast, Stephen Graham never misses, reckon it should be shown in all secondary schools. #Adolescence

The Real Okiemute of Portharcourt1 year ago

Please can we have a season 2! I know for a sure that Jamie didn't commit the murder. #Adolescence

dave arno1 year ago

dont understand the fuss poor acting and boring

Bobby Dazzler1 year ago

Awful man

Nigel Charlesworth1 year ago

Stephen Graham is, as usual, powerful & believable. I found the one shot filming distracting and the message confused - was it about Incel, brutal law & order procedure, the impact of social media on teenagers or that our schools are now 'holding pens'?

Steve Kennaugh1 year ago

Reading comments on X I think a lot of viewers (inc my wife!) didn’t understand the incel element of the show, though it’s good that it worked without them knowing! As middle aged parents, we are oblivious to the incel infestation of social media and its relevance.

Matt laner1 year ago

Anything Stephen Graham touches turns to gold ,best actor we've had in years.

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