Stephen Graham, the co-creator of the hit psychological thriller Adolescence, addressed the show’s future during his appearance at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards.
The series was originally conceived as a standalone project. However, its critical acclaim and global popularity have prompted discussions about a possible second season. Graham revealed that he and co-creator Jack Thorne have begun exploring ideas for another chapter.
Speaking backstage at the Golden Globes, Graham confirmed that a follow-up is in development, though it remains in its early stages. “I cannot answer that question,” he said when asked directly about season two. “It’s somewhere in the deep recesses of my mind and Jack’s mind, and we’ll pull it out in three or four years. So stay tuned.”
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— Deadline (@DEADLINE) January 12, 2026Led by 16-year-old breakout star Owen Cooper, Adolescence became the most-streamed show of 2025. Since its release, the series has dominated major awards ceremonies, including the Emmys, Critics’ Choice Awards, and now the Golden Globes.
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At the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, Cooper won Best Supporting Actor, further cementing his rapid rise. Graham also took home Best Actor, while Erin Doherty won Best Supporting Actress for her role as therapist Briony Ariston.
The sweeping awards success has strengthened momentum for a second season, even as the creators signal a measured and long-term approach. For now, fans can expect that the story of Adolescence is far from over.
