The Netflix limited series 'Adolescence' has cemented its status as an awards season powerhouse with a spectacular performance at the Golden Globe Awards 2026. The show emerged as one of the night's biggest winners, securing three prestigious honours and creating history in the process.
A Historic Night of Wins at the Golden Globes
The evening was marked by a landmark achievement from its young star. Sixteen-year-old Owen Cooper shattered records by becoming the youngest actor ever to win a Golden Globe. The series itself claimed the top prize for Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture made for Television.
The winning momentum continued as actress Erin Doherty added to the show's tally by securing the Golden Globe for Best Female Supporting Actor for a television series. Veteran actor and director Stephen Graham also triumphed, taking home the award for Best Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Made-for-TV Movie. Graham's portrayal of a troubled father in the series had garnered widespread critical acclaim.
A Consistent Awards Season Juggernaut
This Golden Globes triumph is not an isolated event for 'Adolescence'. Earlier in the same month, the series collected awards at the Critics' Choice Awards, including one for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or TV Movie. The show's award cabinet was already heavy from the previous year, having picked up several honours at the Emmy Awards.
With his latest victory, Owen Cooper has now achieved a rare and remarkable feat. He is now the youngest actor to complete a back-to-back sweep of a Golden Globe, an Emmy Award, and a Critics' Choice Award.
The Phenomenon Behind the Awards
The four-episode Netflix series features Owen Cooper in the lead role of Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old schoolboy arrested in a murder case. The narrative uniquely shifts focus from 'who committed the crime' to exploring the tragic circumstances that led Jamie down this path.
The compelling cast includes Stephen Graham as Jamie's father, Christine Tremarco as his mother, and Amelie Pease as his sister. The show's critical success is mirrored by its phenomenal popularity with audiences. According to industry tracker Deadline, 'Adolescence' crossed more than 141 million views in its first three months on Netflix, making it the platform's second most-watched series after the hit show 'Wednesday'.
The combination of record-breaking viewership and a clean sweep at major award ceremonies confirms 'Adolescence' as a defining piece of television, resonating deeply with both critics and the global streaming audience.
