> At a Glance
> – Adolescence claimed Best Limited Series at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards on January 4
> – Stephen Graham, Owen Cooper, and Erin Doherty each won acting honors
> – The Netflix drama led all TV nominees with six total nominations
> – Why it matters: The wins cement the British series as a major awards contender after its recent Emmy victory
Netflix’s Adolescence turned the 2026 Critics Choice Awards into its own victory lap, hauling in four trophies at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar.
The limited series, which follows a family after 13-year-old Jamie Miller is accused of murder, bested seven rival projects including All Her Fault, Chief of War, and Death by Lightning.
Best Limited Series Victory
Accepting the top prize, Stephen Graham, 52, stood flanked by Cooper and Doherty and praised the ensemble.
> “I’d like to thank all the cast and crew, because without any one of them, none of this is possible. We’re all exactly the same.”
He recalled his mother’s lesson: “You’re never above anyone and you’re never below anyone,” noting that equality drove the production’s ethos.
Graham closed with a heartfelt appeal: *”If you’ve got any kids at home, give them a massive cuddle and tell them you love them.”
Individual Acting Wins
Earlier in the evening the show collected three performance trophies:
- Stephen Graham – Best Actor (as Eddie Miller)
- Owen Cooper – Best Supporting Actor (as Jamie)
- Erin Doherty – Best Supporting Actress
Cooper, 16, called the past year a “whirlwind” for his family.
| Award | Winner | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Best Actor | Stephen Graham | Eddie Miller |
| Best Supporting Actor | Owen Cooper | Jamie Miller |
| Best Supporting Actress | Erin Doherty | – |
The trio’s victories helped Adolescence maintain momentum after its 2025 Emmy win for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series.
Key Takeaways
- Adolescence is now a dual Critics Choice-Emmy champion
- The Netflix limited series outperformed seven high-profile contenders
- Stephen Graham doubled as creator and star, securing two trophies in one night
- The project’s child-centered murder storyline continues to resonate with voters and audiences
With four statues from six nominations, Adolescence exits awards season as one of television’s most decorated limited series.
