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The Best Episodes of Adolescence

Every episode of Adolescence ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Adolescence!

Binge this in 3h 52mPeaking at 9.1/10

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 happened?

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Adolescence Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    9.1/10(16957 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Adolescence Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.8/10(15593 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Adolescence Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.4/10(13150 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Adolescence Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(13098 votes)

    #4 - 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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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "Adolescence". It scored 9.1/10 based on 16957 votes. Directed by Philip Barantini and written by Jack Thorne, Stephen Graham, it aired on 3/13/2025. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 1".