‘Adolescence’ Made Available to Stream in All U.K. Secondary Schools
The popular Netflix drama “Adolescence” is set to be introduced to high schools across the U.K. with support from the British government. This initiative aims to provide educators, parents, and caregivers with resources to navigate the challenging themes addressed in the series.
The decision to make “Adolescence” available in schools followed a roundtable discussion led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, where representatives from various charities and the show’s creators were present. Starmer emphasized the importance of open conversations about issues like knife crime, toxic masculinity, and online radicalization, as portrayed in the series.
“As a father, watching this show with my teenage son and daughter, I can tell you — it hit home hard,” said Starmer. He highlighted the need for young people to engage in discussions about the content they consume and the challenges they face in today’s society.
“Adolescence” is a gripping four-part drama that follows the story of a family dealing with the arrest of their 13-year-old son for the murder of a classmate. The show has sparked important conversations and shed light on the pressures faced by young people and parents.
Netflix will make “Adolescence” accessible to all secondary schools in the U.K. through the Into Film+ streaming service. Resources and guides will be provided by healthy relationships charity Tender to support teachers and parents in addressing the show’s themes effectively.
Co-creator Jack Thorne expressed his hopes for the series to prompt meaningful conversations among students and educators. “We made this show to provoke a conversation. We wanted to pose the question — how do we help stop this growing crisis,” said Thorne.
“Adolescence” has garnered widespread acclaim and broken records since its release. It reached number one in 80 countries and set a new Netflix record for a limited series with 66.3 million views in just two weeks. The impact of the show has been described as overwhelming by producer Hannah Walters.
In conclusion, the introduction of “Adolescence” to high schools in the U.K. signifies a significant step towards addressing important societal issues and promoting open dialogue among young people. The series’ powerful storytelling and thought-provoking themes are expected to resonate with students and educators alike.
