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The Best Episodes of Adolescence Season 1

Every episode of Adolescence Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Adolescence Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Adolescence Season 1

When a 13-year-old is accused of the murder of a classmate, his family, therapist and the detective in charge are all left asking: what really...

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    8.8/10(12.7k votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Police break down the door of the Millers' family home. Teenage Jamie is arrested and taken in for questioning but insists he's done nothing wrong.

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    8.0/10(10.6k votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    The police look for answers — and the weapon — at Jamie's school. They can't get any leads from his friends, until DI Bascombe's son offers to help.

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    9.1/10(13.9k votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Jamie meets with a psychologist. He's reluctant to speak at first, but eventually he opens up about his complex feelings towards Katie.

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    8.4/10(10.6k votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    On Eddie's birthday, the Millers try to celebrate like everything is normal. But a series of upsetting events threatens to send the family over the edge.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Adolescence" season 1. It scored 8.8/10 based on 12655 votes. Directed by Philip Barantini and written by Jack Thorne, Stephen Graham, it aired on 3/13/2025. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".