Netflix’s Adolescence won the most awards at the 2025 Emmys — have you tuned in?

Adolescence, which was released in March 2025, centered around 13-year-old boy Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper), who is arrested after the murder of a girl in his school. The psychological crime drama became an overnight success in part because of the way the show was shot — with each episode filmed in one continuous take.

After its premiere, Adolescence shattered records becoming the first streaming show to top weekly ratings in the U.K. It opened with 24.3 million views in its first four days before climbing to 66.3 million after two weeks, which set a new Netflix record for a limited series.

Six months after its release, Adolescence won several Emmy Awards. Including Outstanding Drama Series. Keep scrolling for everything to know about the series:

What Is the Plot of ‘Adolescence’?

Set in an English town, Adolescence followed a 13-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder after his classmate was found dead. Jamie (Cooper) became the prime suspect after he was seen getting rejected by the girl before her death. The show followed the subsequent investigation while Jamie’s family dealt with the backlash.

Who Else Starred in ‘Adolescence’?

In addition to Cooper, Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, Faye Marsay, Mark Stanley, Christine Tremarco, Amélie Pease and Hannah Walters are featured in the show. Jo Hartley, Fatima Bojang, Kaine Davis, Amari Bacchus and Erin Doherty make up the rest of the cast.

Did Jamie Do It?

The biggest question at the center of the series is whether Jamie committed the crime he was accused of by the police. At the end of the first episode, CCTV footage showed Jamie stabbing his classmate to death as the rest of the season focused on what led to the attack.

How Many Trophies Did ‘Adolescence’ Receive at the 2025 Emmys?

“Standing up here is just so surreal. Honestly when I started these drama classes a couple years ago, I didn’t expect to be even in the United States nevermind here,” Cooper said in his September 2025 speech. “But tonight proves that if you listen and you focus and you step out of your comfort zone you can achieve anything in life. I was nothing about three years ago and I’m here now.”

Could There Be a Season 2 of ‘Adolescence’?

Deadline reported in April 2025 that Netflix and Brad Pitt‘s production company Plan B Entertainment were in talks about creating the “next iteration” of Adolescence.

Tonight, Netflix’s must-watch British crime drama, Adolescence, surprised audiences by taking home the most Emmy Awards of the night with 6 wins for the limited series. Among the show’s many wins, including Outstanding Limited Series, Stephen Graham also picked up his first Emmy for acting. Following behind with 4 and 3 wins each, The Studio and The Pitt emerged as this year’s favorite comedy and drama. The Studio won Outstanding Comedy, while also garnering Seth Rogen his first Emmy for both acting and directing. Meanwhile, The Pitt took home Outstanding Drama, and delivered first wins for Katherine LaNasa and Noah Wyle, both of whom have been in the industry for over 30 years.

While Adolecence, The Pitt, and The Studio emerged as the big winners, several shows racked up impressive totals in nominations. FX’s The Bear continued its awards dominance with nominations across acting, directing, and guest categories, further proving its blend of chaos and tenderness has struck a nerve. HBO’s The White Lotus kept its ensemble streak alive, scoring multiple nods alongside directing recognition for Mike White. The Last of Us built on its breakout with nods for both leads and guests, demonstrating how a video game adaptation can thrive at television’s highest level. Disney+’s Andor added craft and writing awards, strengthening its reputation as prestige genre storytelling. On the comedy side, Abbott Elementary and Hacks once again showed their staying power, while Apple’s Shrinking proved a formidable contender with multiple acting nods. The spread underscored just how many shows are shaping today’s TV golden age, even in a year with clear frontrunners.

When One Show Rules Them All

When a single series dominates the Emmys, it often says as much about the moment as the show itself. This year’s biggest winner reflects an appetite for ambitious television that blends sharp concepts with emotional resonance. But the overall picture showed no shortage of competition — from kitchen chaos to galaxy-spanning intrigue, from political thrillers to heartfelt ensembles. Taking home the most trophies at the Emmys is more than a bragging right; it’s a statement about which stories defined the year. In a field this competitive, the number of wins secured by Adolescence is both a victory and a reflection of how ambitious storytelling is thriving.

You can see how it all went down with Collider’s play-by-play of the night.