Owen Cooper takes home Critics Choice honor for Netflix's 'Adolescence'
TOI GLOBAL DESK | TOI GLOBAL | Jan 05, 2026, 18:29 IST
Rising star Owen Cooper has recently been honored with a Critics Choice Award for his outstanding performance in the Netflix series 'Adolescence'. This accolade comes on the heels of his groundbreaking Emmy victory last year. In 'Adolescence', Cooper portrays Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old thrust into the heart of a gripping murder investigation.
Actor Owen Cooper has won at the 31st Critics Choice Awards for his role in the Netflix series 'Adolescence'. The 16-year-old received the award for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television. This win follows his historic achievement last year as the youngest male actor to win an acting award at the Emmy Awards.
Cooper's performance in the four-episode series 'Adolescence' saw him portray Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old schoolboy implicated in a murder case. The show explores the circumstances leading to Jamie's situation rather than focusing on the crime itself. The series has achieved significant viewership, reportedly crossing over 141 million views in its first three months, making it Netflix's second most-watched series after 'Wednesday'.
During his acceptance speech, Owen Cooper reflected on the profound impact the past year has had on his life and expressed gratitude to the show's creators and his family.
"While this past year has been a complete whirlwind for my family and me, honestly. It's changed our lives forever, and we're forever grateful. We've cherished every single moment of it. To the directors, to the producers, to the cast, the crew, you took me on an emotional journey I never imagined I could go on."
He further elaborated on the support he received during the production.
"You believed in me, you pushed me when things were hard and showed incredible patience when it took me to get there. Some of those moments were really, really tough, and I couldn't have done it without you. Receiving this award means more to me than I can put into words," Owen added.
The series 'Adolescence' also features Stephen Graham as Jamie's father, Christine Tremarco as his mother, and Amelie Pease as his sister. The show's success on Netflix highlights its broad appeal and critical reception. Cooper's continued recognition at major award ceremonies underscores his burgeoning talent in the acting industry. His win at the Critics Choice Awards further solidifies his position as a notable young actor.
Cooper's performance in the four-episode series 'Adolescence' saw him portray Jamie Miller, a 13-year-old schoolboy implicated in a murder case. The show explores the circumstances leading to Jamie's situation rather than focusing on the crime itself. The series has achieved significant viewership, reportedly crossing over 141 million views in its first three months, making it Netflix's second most-watched series after 'Wednesday'.
During his acceptance speech, Owen Cooper reflected on the profound impact the past year has had on his life and expressed gratitude to the show's creators and his family.
"While this past year has been a complete whirlwind for my family and me, honestly. It's changed our lives forever, and we're forever grateful. We've cherished every single moment of it. To the directors, to the producers, to the cast, the crew, you took me on an emotional journey I never imagined I could go on."
He further elaborated on the support he received during the production.
"You believed in me, you pushed me when things were hard and showed incredible patience when it took me to get there. Some of those moments were really, really tough, and I couldn't have done it without you. Receiving this award means more to me than I can put into words," Owen added.
The series 'Adolescence' also features Stephen Graham as Jamie's father, Christine Tremarco as his mother, and Amelie Pease as his sister. The show's success on Netflix highlights its broad appeal and critical reception. Cooper's continued recognition at major award ceremonies underscores his burgeoning talent in the acting industry. His win at the Critics Choice Awards further solidifies his position as a notable young actor.