Every year, there’s a breakout TV star who seems to emerge from nowhere and completely captivates audiences. Last year, it was arguably Baby Reindeer’s Richard Gadd. This year, it’s Adolescence’s Owen Cooper. With his unnerving turn as Jamie—a 13-year-old accused of murdering a classmate in the gripping limited series—Cooper delivered a performance with the searing depth and precision of a seasoned actor, despite it being his first ever role.
