At a Glance
- Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne may revive the limited series in “three or four years”
- The Netflix drama won four trophies, including Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor
- Owen Cooper, 14, became the youngest winner of Best Supporting Actor in a TV series
- Why it matters: Viewers say the show has strengthened family bonds and even changed lives
Stephen Graham’s gritty British limited series “Adolescence” dominated the 2026 Golden Globe Awards on Sunday, and the actor-creator used the spotlight to tease a possible return for the Netflix hit that has left parents and teens talking.
Four Wins, One Big Tease
Graham collected Best Male Actor for Television in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Motion Picture, while 14-year-old Owen Cooper became the youngest star ever to win Best Supporting Actor in a TV series. The show itself secured two additional trophies, bringing its nighttime haul to four.
Backstage at the Beverly Hilton, Graham told reporters the series might not stay limited after all. “I cannot answer that question because it’s somewhere in the deep recesses of my mind and Jack’s mind,” he said of a second season. “We’ll pull it out in three or four years, so stay tuned.”
Real-World Impact
The actor, who co-created the drama with Jack Thorne, said fan stories have humbled him. A father and son recently told him the program brought them closer, and a woman broke down describing how the show helped her friend’s son “choose a better path.”
“It’s unbelievable,” Graham said. “That’s the biggest honor I could ever ask for.”
What Season One Covered
The seven-episode thriller followed 13-year-old Jamie Miller (Cooper) after classmates and police suspected him of fatally stabbing classmate Katie Leonard (Emilia Holliday) when she rejected his romantic interest. The finale saw Jamie plead guilty to murder.
A Cast in Disbelief
Cooper, clutching his statuette, called the moment “the most proudest I’ve ever been.” He added, “We made it with love and it was a special show, but never in a million years did we think we’d be here, the Emmys, the Critics Choice Awards, even in this continent, really.”
Graham’s Parenting Plea
The creator used the platform to urge parents to stay connected. “Give your kid a massive cuddle,” he said. “Tell them how much you love them and listen when they want to talk. Make sure the bedroom door’s always open and communicate.”
Awards Scorecard
| Category | Winner |
|---|
Best Male Actor, Limited Series | Stephen Graham |
Best Supporting Actor, TV Series | Owen Cooper |
Additional Globes | 2 |
Total Wins | 4 |
Netflix has not commented on renewal talks, but Graham’s timeline suggests any follow-up would arrive around 2029 or 2030.
Key Takeaways
- The limited label may be temporary; creators are already mulling a second installment
- Viewers credit the series with sparking difficult but vital family conversations
- Cooper’s historic win positions the teen among Hollywood’s youngest accolades recipients
- Graham’s parenting message underscores the show’s broader social goal: keep kids talking
