In this spoiler-heavy podcast clip, we dive deep into the new hit TV series Adolescence, one of the most talked-about British dramas of the year. Is Adolescence a gripping, character-driven masterclass—or is it just another self-important BBC drama pretending to be profound? We couldn’t agree, and things got heated.Fred and I go head-to-head over everything: the show’s pacing, whether the final episode ruins the whole thing, Stephen Graham’s performance, and the use (or misuse) of bold stylistic choices like the continuous one-shot format. There’s a lot of praise out there for Adolescence, but not everyone’s buying the hype—and that’s exactly what led to this row.If you’ve watched Adolescence or you’re thinking about it, this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed. We’ll help you work out if it’s worth your time. We cover gut reactions, narrative structure, character arcs, thematic ambition, and whether it sticks the landing. Spoiler alert: we land on very different scores.Whether you're here for a review, a breakdown, or to hear two best mates absolutely tear each other apart over prestige TV—you're in the right place.👇 Let us know in the comments what you thought of Adolescence. Did the final episode ruin it for you too?