While the series isn't based on a true story, Graham -- who portrays Eddie Miller, Jamie's dad in the series, in addition to being a co-writer -- told Rolling Stone UK that he drew inspiration from the several real-life incidents that happened among youth in the U.K., specifically several incidents that involved the stabbing of teen girls.

Netflix’s latest hit Adolescence is taking over the world, and we’re here to tell you why you NEED to watch it. From jaw-dropping performances to next-level filmmaking, this series isn’t just a show—it’s an experience.

In the wake of Netflix dropping what many critics have called ‘TV perfection’, Adolescence fans have slowly started to uncover the show’s several hidden messages. Directed by Philip Barantini and starring Stephen Graham,