Stephen Graham’s ‘gut-wrenching’ drama free to watch before his Netflix series (Image: BBC)
Stephen Graham is set to captivate Netflix’s global audience in 2025 with his latest gripping role in the much-awaited four-part drama, Adolescence.
The standout Peaky Blinders actor takes on the heart-wrenching portrayal of a father devastated by accusations levelled against his son for a heinous crime.
Eager subscribers marking their calendars for the show’s 13th March release are buzzing with anticipation.
While the countdown continues, fans seeking to whet their dramatic appetite should take note: now’s the prime time to immerse oneself in the director’s prior edge-of-your-seat drama, Boiling Point.
Those who haven’t yet indulged can view this as an opportune moment to delve into the series, a 2023 continuation of the original 2021 film and brainchild of Philip Barantini.
Boiling Point is widely considered one of the best shows of the 2020s (Image: BBC)
Featuring Stephen Graham in the intense role of Andy, a once-renowned head chef, the follow-up unfolds six months post-film. Each one-take episode painstakingly charts the journey of his protégée, Carly, played by the Vinette Robinson, as she helms her own kitchen.
The entire Boiling Point series awaits viewers on iPlayer, totally free of charge—perfect for binge-watching over the impending weekends before Adolescence takes by storm.
But don’t just take our word for it; praise abounds in Google reviews for Boiling Point. Among the glowing testimonials, one particularly zealous review states: “I watched the short and the feature film and have just finished the fourth episode of series one.
“I was gutted when I realised this was the final episode. I really hope the show gets a second and longer series.
“It had me gripped and I just want to know more about all of the characters.”
The four-part series picks up six months after the original film (Image: VERTIGO)
Another agreed, suggesting: “It’s useful to watch the film first, but not essential. I thought the TV show was a lot better than the film, it was so brilliant and I was gutted when I realised I’d watched the final episode.
“I really hope it gets renewed, the cast were fantastic and I wanted to eat the food cooked…”
A further rave five-star review stated: “Amazing I watched the movie and stumbled across the series. It’s absolutely brilliant. Gripping, on the edge of your seat drama.
“The story lines are so good and it makes you feel so many emotions. I literally binge watched every episode in one night.”
And yet another enthusiastic fan shared: “Film was good but TV series was brilliant. Would totally recommend best thing I’ve seen in ages.”
They too were hopeful for more: “Really hope there’s a second series. Amazing acting from the whole cast.”
While fans may be awaiting the news of a second season for Boiling Point, it appears to be off the table for now.
However, director Barantini is gearing up to launch his next project which promises to deliver a similarly enthralling experience.
Boiling Point is available to stream on iPlayer. Adolescence will be released Thursday, 13th March on .