Owen Cooper’s raw, unedited acting has brought his portrayal of Jamie Miller in Adolescence to life in a chillingly vivid way, propelling the 15-year-old into the spotlight as a promising young star.
Adolescence has become a phenomenon on Netflix in recent days. According to the Daily Mail, Adolescence (The Teenage Incident) has dominated Netflix globally, amassing an incredible 96.7 million views within three weeks.
Just last week, the series added another 30.4 million views, securing a spot on the platform’s list of “Most Watched English-Language Shows of All Time.”
In fact, Adolescence has surpassed Bridgerton Season 2 and pushed Stranger Things Season 3 down to the 10th spot.
If it continues this performance, Adolescence could eventually surpass The Night Agent Season 1 (98 million views) and Fool Me Once starring Michelle Keegan, competing with Wednesday Season 1 (252 million views) or Stranger Things Season 4 (140 million views).
The success of Adolescence can be largely credited to the exceptional performance of Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy arrested after the death of his classmate Katie.
At just 15 years old, and with Adolescence being his first major project, Owen Cooper has not only captivated audiences but also received numerous positive reviews from critics, making him one of the most promising young actors today.
From Teen Star to Screen Phenomenon
With only 4 episodes, Adolescence on Netflix, Owen Cooper has completely won over the audience with his authentic and emotional acting.
Each episode was shot in a single take, placing immense pressure on the actor, yet Owen Cooper not only rose to the challenge but showcased talent far beyond his years.
In the series, Owen plays Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old boy in the UK accused of murdering his classmate.
Even though it was his first day on set and his first time in front of the camera, Owen’s performance was impressive.
Despite his character’s young age, the movie’s themes are heavy. Through each scene, Owen Cooper subtly portrays the fine line between guilt and innocence, leaving viewers uncertain whether Jamie is telling the truth.
His furious gaze and emotional outbursts bring Jamie Miller to life in a way that’s haunting and unforgettable.
His raw, unedited acting brings Jamie Miller to life so vividly that Owen Cooper has quickly become a new screen sensation.
It’s no surprise that fans are curious: who is this boy, and where did he come from?
Owen Cooper in Real Life
Owen Patrick Cooper was born in 2010 in Warrington, England, and is the youngest of three brothers. His mother works in healthcare, and his father works in IT.
Coming from a family without a background in the arts, Cooper’s rapid success is a huge surprise to them.
Before turning to acting, Cooper dreamed of becoming a professional footballer and played for the Warrington Rylands U15 youth team.
However, fate led Owen Cooper in an entirely different direction.
In 2012, after witnessing Tom Holland’s impressive performance in The Impossible, a passion for the arts was ignited within him.
With courage and curiosity, the 15-year-old decided to enroll in an acting class at The Drama Mob in Manchester to try his hand at acting.
And then, as if by fate, Adolescence appeared, giving Owen Cooper his breakthrough role.
Owen Cooper’s Potential Emmy Win
Another exciting piece of news for Owen Cooper is that he could win an Emmy—though not in the Best Actor category.
According to several sources from MailOnline, Netflix has placed Owen Cooper in the Best Supporting Actor category instead of Best Actor, aiming to increase his chances of winning.
This means that Stephen Graham, the co-writer and the actor playing Owen’s father in the show, will be competing in the Best Actor category.
If Owen Cooper wins, he will become the youngest actor in history to win an Emmy.
Within hours of being added to the Best Supporting Actor category, Owen’s odds skyrocketed, placing him in third position.
Upcoming Projects for Owen Cooper
Fans won’t have to wait long to see Owen Cooper back on screen. He has been cast as the young Heathcliff in the upcoming 2026 film adaptation of Emily Brontë’s classic novel Wuthering Heights, starring alongside Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi.
This marks a significant milestone in the career of the 15-year-old star as he continues to take on complex roles in iconic works.
Additionally, the young actor will appear in the popular British miniseries Film Club.
