If you loved
DRUCK
Julie Andem · Series · 2018
What hooked you in DRUCK was the way it captures the messy, intimate evolution of friendship during the turbulent teenage years.
Start with the source
The source
SKAM
Julie Andem · Series · 2015
Adaptation
SKAM Italia
Ludovico Bessegato · Series · 2018
Adaptation
SKAM France
Julie Andem · Series · 2018
Books on the same thread
The Rage: A Game of Survival
Natica Brown · Book · 2017
Much like the shifting social dynamics in DRUCK, this story forces characters to rely on their bonds as they navigate a sudden, life-altering struggle for survival and identity.
Criss Cross
Lynne Rae Perkins · Book · 2010
This narrative mirrors the authentic coming-of-age spirit found in DRUCK, focusing on the quiet, essential search for self and the complex connections that define your adolescent life.
My Friends
Fredrik Backman · Book · 2025
If you valued the deep emotional resonance of the friend groups in DRUCK, you will appreciate how this story explores the enduring, powerful bonds formed during teenage years.
First Date
R.L. Stine · Book · 2006
The focus on first love and the pressures of navigating social expectations makes this an intriguing companion to DRUCK, blending romantic vulnerability with a high-stakes mystery.
Films on the same thread
The Fallout
Megan Park · Film · 2021
This film captures the same raw, grounded exploration of teenage grief and trauma that makes the character arcs in DRUCK feel so deeply personal and profoundly real.
mid90s
Jonah Hill · Film · 2018
The authentic depiction of a youth subculture and the importance of a chosen peer group will resonate with anyone who connected to the social landscape of DRUCK.
Life in a Year
Film · 2020
This story echoes the emotional intensity of first love found in DRUCK, centering on the profound commitment of two young people facing an overwhelming life challenge together.
My Fault: London
Film · 2025
Fans of the complex romantic entanglements and family secrets in DRUCK will be drawn to this exploration of forbidden attraction and the search for identity in new surroundings.
Podcasts on the same thread
Crime Junkie
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2026
If DRUCK hit, Crime Junkie shares the thread.
Fore Play
Podcast
The conversational, relatable nature of these discussions mirrors the casual yet significant social bonding that makes the dialogue in DRUCK feel so natural and incredibly grounded.
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Common questions
Is DRUCK a standalone series or is it related to SKAM?
DRUCK is a German adaptation of the original Norwegian series SKAM. Like the source material, it follows a group of friends navigating teen life, love, and identity. Both series utilize an anthology format where each season focuses on the story of a different central character.
What order should I watch the SKAM adaptations if I enjoyed DRUCK?
If you enjoyed DRUCK, you can watch other official adaptations such as SKAM, SKAM Italia, or SKAM France. There is no required viewing order between these shows as each version is a separate adaptation of the original format, focusing on its own specific setting and cast of characters.
Does DRUCK focus on the same characters throughout all seasons?
No, DRUCK does not focus on the same characters throughout the entire series. Following the format of the original SKAM, every season of DRUCK centers on a new character. This allows the show to explore different perspectives on friendship, love, and the search for identity in Berlin.
What themes does DRUCK explore during its seasons?
DRUCK explores themes centered on the daily lives of teenagers in Berlin. The series covers current events and personal challenges, including friendship, romantic relationships, and the search for one's own identity. Each season shifts the focus to a new character to examine these topics from different viewpoints.