"Adolescence - Episode #1.3": Read The Teleplay By Jack Thorne & Stephen Graham
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Have you read the official teleplay for "Adolescence – Episode 1.3"? Now’s your chance.
For your consideration, we present the complete script from Season 1, Episode 3 of the critically acclaimed Netflix series, "Adolescence." This isn’t a transcript. This is the real deal—a production draft written by the series' creators. No fan edits. No fluff. Just the raw, brilliant storytelling as it was meant to be read.
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Discover More About the "Adolescence - Episode #1.3" Teleplay
Just the facts, and everything else you should know about the episode.
What can screenwriters learn from a brutally honest, single-location, character-driven teleplay?
Quite a lot, actually.
Episode 1.3 of "Adolescence" strips away spectacle and leans hard into performance, subtext, and raw emotional truth. It’s a powerful example of how to write with restraint -- and still hit like a gut punch. Whether you’re just starting out or deep into your third draft, these takeaways from the teleplay are packed with practical lessons, sharp craft, and emotional weight.
Let’s break it down.
Screenwriting Takeaways.
1. Dialogue as a Diagnostic Tool.
The episode is almost entirely conversational, yet gripping. The dialogue slowly peels back Jamie’s psychology through layered exchanges.
Takeaway:
- Use dialogue to uncover trauma, relationships, and power dynamics without exposition.
2. High Drama, Low Budget.
Nearly the whole episode is set in a secure training centre -- an economical location that never feels static.
Takeaway:
- Intensity comes from what’s said, not where it’s said. Small spaces, big stakes.
3. Power Dynamics.
Briony and Jamie constantly shift roles -- therapist vs subject, adult vs child, observer vs observed. The tension pivots on who’s in control.
Takeaway:
- Keep status shifting to maintain scene tension and deepen character engagement.
4. Subtext Mastery.
Everything meaningful is between the lines -- whether it’s Briony’s restraint or Jamie’s bravado.
Takeaway:
- What characters don’t say is often more important than what they do.
5. Cyclical Structure & Tone.
Themes like consent, attraction, shame, violence, and death are approached with restraint, realism, and complexity.
Takeaway:
- Handle dark subjects with nuance, empathy, and honest character work -- no moralizing.
Study Guide (ages 16+)
Explore the lessons behind "Adolescence." This free educator PDF covers what we just went over. NOTE: Because of the subject matter of "Adolescence", this handout is designed with senior high school aged students in mind. For younger classrooms, keep scrolling to find a more age appropriate study guide.
Why "Adolescence" Worth Studying.
Classroom-Friendly Themes & Discussion Topics.
A Note About Our Classroom Content.
At 8FLiX, we typically focus our discussion topics and lesson materials around screenwriting for adult learners. However, "Adolescence" is a unique case.
Due to the series’ powerful impact—and the global conversations it has sparked around toxic masculinity, youth violence, and digital culture—we've developed dedicated educational resources aimed at younger classrooms (ages 13–16). This exception reflects the urgent relevance of the subject matter, and our belief that meaningful storytelling can be a gateway to deeper understanding and discussion.
1. Masculinity and Identity.
Jamie struggles with what it means to be "a man," shaped by his dad, peers, and toxic online spaces.
- Prompt: How does the episode critique traditional masculinity?
2. Trust and Vulnerability.
Briony tries to create a safe space, but Jamie challenges her at every turn.
- Prompt: What role does trust play in Briony’s assessment? Can she be both empathetic and objective?
3. Teen Psychology and Isolation.
Jamie’s craving for validation reveals his deep isolation and insecurity.
- Prompt: How does Jamie’s behavior reflect the mental health struggles of young people?
4. Digital Life and Real-World Consequences.
The episode addresses sexting, online bullying, and viral cruelty.
- Prompt: What does the episode suggest about social media’s impact on teenage self-worth and peer dynamics?
5. Institutional Systems and Justice.
The facility setting raises questions about youth incarceration and systemic care.
- Prompt: Does the episode portray the secure centre as helping or harming Jamie?
Study Guide: Younger Classrooms.
The student-friendly study guide for "Adolescence" Episode 3 was designed with ages 13–16 in mind -- roughly:
- Middle school (Grades 8–9)
- Early high school (Grades 10–11)
This age range is appropriate because:
- The guide simplifies complex themes (like shame, power, consent) without dumbing them down.
- It avoids graphic details from the teleplay while still encouraging emotional and critical thinking.
- The writing prompts are reflective but approachable, suitable for students developing their voice and confidence.
That said, due to the mature content of the teleplay itself—particularly the discussions of sexuality, violence, and death—educator discretion is key. In many classrooms, this would be considered upper secondary or 16+ content, even if the guide itself is written more accessibly.
Take a look at the "Adolescence - Episode #1.3" episode logline.
Jamie meets with a psychologist. He's reluctant to speak at first, but eventually he opens up about his complex feelings towards Katie. Netflix
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| Type | ... |
ORIGINAL
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| Version | ... | Shooting ScriptYellow Revisions |
| Episode | ... | 1.03 |
| Date | ... | 07.01.2024 |
| Pages | ... | 60 |
| Genres | ... | CrimeDramaThriller |
| Teleplay | ... | Jack ThorneStephen Graham |
| IMDb ID | ... | 33079593 |
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