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"A Bit Like The White Lotus", Creator Of One Of The Best Series Of Our Time Wants A Similar Sequel
Jack Thorne is developing a new, original story following the success of the crime drama 'Adolescence' on Netflix. This new project promises to captivate audiences once again.
The British crime drama Adolescence grew into one of Netflix's biggest hits of 2025 this spring. Showrunner Jack Thorne revealed in an interview that he is not done with this concept and is working on plans for a sequel. The only question is: will the story stay with the Miller family or shift to others?
Thorne indicated that he primarily wants to continue the storytelling method. Adolescence was crafted as a one-off tale with a strong focus on one story and one family. According to him, that format is not yet exhausted. He emphasized that a potential sequel will not be a spin-off of existing characters but rather a new project that tells a complete and original story.
Thorne does not casually use the term anthology. He sees more potential in the idea of a series of standalone stories that each form their own unit. His approach is reminiscent of HBO’s The White Lotus, which introduced new characters and settings in each series. However, the intention is for Adolescence to maintain its own style and not simply follow that path.
The original series consisted of four episodes and revolved around Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy who is arrested after murdering a classmate. As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that Jamie is both a victim and a perpetrator, influenced by online communities while simultaneously being excluded by his peers. This sparked a sensitive discussion about masculinity and digital influences.
Since its release, Adolescence has become a global topic of conversation. The series scored 98 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and ranks in the top three of the most popular Netflix titles ever. The six Emmy nominations further underscore its massive impact.
Thorne indicated that he primarily wants to continue the storytelling method. Adolescence was crafted as a one-off tale with a strong focus on one story and one family. According to him, that format is not yet exhausted. He emphasized that a potential sequel will not be a spin-off of existing characters but rather a new project that tells a complete and original story.
A Unique Take On Anthology
Thorne does not casually use the term anthology. He sees more potential in the idea of a series of standalone stories that each form their own unit. His approach is reminiscent of HBO’s The White Lotus, which introduced new characters and settings in each series. However, the intention is for Adolescence to maintain its own style and not simply follow that path.
The original series consisted of four episodes and revolved around Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy who is arrested after murdering a classmate. As the story unfolds, it becomes evident that Jamie is both a victim and a perpetrator, influenced by online communities while simultaneously being excluded by his peers. This sparked a sensitive discussion about masculinity and digital influences.
Lasting Impact
Since its release, Adolescence has become a global topic of conversation. The series scored 98 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and ranks in the top three of the most popular Netflix titles ever. The six Emmy nominations further underscore its massive impact.
