Jack Thorne's groundbreaking drama Adolescence has received more nominations than any other show for the 2026 Bafta TV awards. The Netflix psychological crime drama, described by the Guardian as 'the closest thing to TV perfection in decades', leads the pack with 11 nominations, including best supporting actor and actress for four of its stars: Ashley Walters, Christine Tremarco, Erin Doherty and Owen Cooper.
Created by Thorne and Stephen Graham, and directed by Philip Barantini, the drama is also nominated for Bafta's memorable moment award for the scene where Jamie snaps at the psychologist. Jane Millichip, CEO of Bafta, said: '2025 [was] an exceptional year for television, reflected in 124 nominated programmes that highlight the strength and originality of British storytelling.'
Steven Knight's boxing period drama A Thousand Blows received seven nominations, including drama series and leading actress. The politically charged Star Wars spin-off Andor and the adaptation of Louise Kennedy's novel Trespasses each received six nominations. The Celebrity Traitors earned five nominations, including for presenter Claudia Winkleman and performances by Alan Carr, Joe Marler, Nick Mohammed and Celia Imrie.
Amandaland is the most-nominated comedy show with four nods, including best actress in a comedy for Lucy Punch, Philippa Dunne and Jennifer Saunders. Louis Theroux picked up a nomination in the best documentary category for The Settlers, while Channel 4's Gaza: Doctors Under Attack is up for best current affairs programme.
The BBC received the most nominations for a broadcaster with 73, followed by Netflix and Sky with 28 each, and Channel 4 with 25. The 2026 TV Baftas will take place on Sunday 10 May 2026, hosted by Greg Davies.
