Stephen Graham and Hannah Walters address whether there is a future forAdolescencebeyond its initial batch of episodes. The series focuses on a seemingly ordinary British family whose lives are shattered when their 13-year-old son becomes suspected of committing a horrific crime, with the true terrifying depth of the murder being revealed with each episode. IntheAdolescencecast, Graham served as a writer and portrayed the Miller family patriarch, Eddie, with the series earning widespread acclaim.
When speaking toVariety, Graham and Walters addressed the future ofAdolescence. WhileGraham stated future projects would depend on Netflix’s approval of the series' viewership, Walters was keen to tackle similar stories, only ruling out a prequel. Check out the star’s and producer’s response below:
Graham: “Possibly, let’s see how the figures are. But yeah, there’s the possibility of developing another story.”
What Graham & Walters' Comments Mean For Adolescence’s Future
The Character’s Tale Is Done
Adolescence’s story arguably doesn’t require expansion. The series dives into how the Miller family is shattered by the misogynistic ideology Jamie (Owen Cooper) has consumed, how he became enveloped in it, and the horrific consequences it holds both throughout the immediate aftermath and later into his sentence. As such,any expansion could minimize the incredible impact, as the story’s power lies in how this mundane world is so suddenly shattered. Remaining with the characterscan diluteAdolescence’sendingby making them feel like more than everyday ordinary people.
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However, it is hard to deny that Netflix will be invested thanks to the real-world impact ofAdolescencein terms of viewership and cultural response, as theseries sparked discussion online and within the halls of the UK’s Houses of Parliament. As the show has become a cultural moment, Graham and Walter’s eagerness to tackle similar subjects could manifest in either theAdolescencetitle becoming an anthology format, or the pair simply developing new dramas using the format. Regardless of what the future holds,Walters and writer Jack Thorne have previously stated that Miller’s case is closed.
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The Subject Matter Is One Graham Has Frequently Revisited
When looking back at Graham’s past filmography, one recurring subject throughout his work is the effects of extremism and the dangers of right-wing ideologies. This can be seen inAdolescence’sdive into how misogynistic voices online are warping a generation of young boys,This Is England’s exploration of nationalism in the 1980s, orThe Walk-In’s real-world tale of assassination plots. With Graham willing to tackle similar tales followingAdolescence’ssuccess, he likely has more to say on the subject, especially as it remains a recognizable threat facing the world today.
