Sharon Stone says 'Euphoria' should be shown in 'every high school'

Sharon Stone said the controversial HBO show “Euphoria” should be broadcast in US high schools and that parents “should watch it.”

During a conversation with Keke Palmer for Variety's “Actors on Actors” series, the 68-year-old actress, who joined the cast of “Euphoria” for its recently concluded third and final season, praised the show, which has drawn criticism for its graphic depictions of sex, drug use and violence.

“I think it's the best show on television,” the “Basic Instinct” star said.

“Euphoria,” which premiered in 2019, focused on a group of high school students facing the challenges of adolescence, but in season three, the story jumped forward several years and follows them as young adults.

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Stone noted that “Euphoria” audiences have seen the characters grow and face the increasingly serious consequences of their actions. He explained that he identified with the show's depictions of addiction and drug culture because of his own family experience.

“We've met these kids,” Stone said. “We've seen them become young adults. We've seen them become drug dealers. And I've been through that in my family.”

Stone joined the cast of “Euphoria” in its third and final season. (Jeremy Colegrove/HBO)

Stone recalled his brother Michael Stone's involvement in drug trafficking, which led to his incarceration at the maximum-security Attica Correctional Facility prison in New York.

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The Oscar nominee shared that she cried after watching the first episode of “Euphoria,” and said she thinks it's an honest reflection of real issues that high school students face.

“'Euphoria' is very relevant,” he said. “I think it should be shown in every high school and I think every parent should see it. As a mom, I love it.”

“Well, what I love is that it gives you the opportunity to have conversations,” Palmer, 32, said. “I think sometimes people stop at the surface and say, 'No, it's too much sex. It's too much sex, it's too much sex.' That's the point.”

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As a mother of three, Stone said the show sheds light on issues that many parents would rather not acknowledge.

“'My son wouldn't do that.' It's like, really? You know that? And your son tells you who that is next to them?” she asked. “Because what also matters is who is by your side.”

Stone, who is a mother of three, said she believes the show reflects the realities high school students often face. (Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for TCM)

Although Stone argued that “Euphoria” should be watched by both students and parents, the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and the stars have repeatedly warned that the series, rated TV-MA, should not be watched by younger audiences due to explicit themes and graphic content.

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When the first season aired in 2019, Levinson, 41, and Zendaya, 29, who played Rue Bennett, questioned whether the show was intended to be watched by younger teens.

“I hope it creates some dialogue between parents and children,” Levinson told IndieWire. “I don't think this is a PG-17 show, but…”

“But if your parents want to have a conversation about it, that's fine,” Zendaya added.

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“Or if you're going to see it anyway and you have a feeling that your kid is going to see it anyway, then it might be good to have a conversation with them,” Levinson said.

The show's creator, Sam Levinson, has said that the show should not be watched by teenagers under the age of 17. (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

During a 2019 interview with The Guardian, Zendaya also addressed concerns about the show's younger audience.

“I think the important thing to recognize is that the show is about teenagers and it's not necessary for teenagers, which I think people can misunderstand,” he said.

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“It's very important to us that the only teens who watch it are over 18, with parental guidance if you're a minor,” Zendaya added. “That's important to all of us, because sometimes this show is hard to watch.”

Zendaya has repeatedly emphasized that “Euphoria” is for a mature audience. (WarnerMedia)

However, Zendaya told the outlet that the content depicted in “Euphoria” was “not really” shocking to her.

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“I think it's only shocking if it's not your experience,” he said. “Just because it hasn't happened to you doesn't mean it's not happening every day, all the time, it's just that certain people will be able to understand it a little more than others.” “Someone will tune in and whoever needs to see it, will see it.”

Ahead of the season two premiere, Zendaya, who won two Emmy Awards for her portrayal of Rue, took to social media to reiterate that “Euphoria” is for “mature audiences.”

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“This season, perhaps even more than the last, is deeply emotional and deals with themes that can be triggering and difficult to watch,” she told fans in an Instagram post.

“Please watch it only if you feel comfortable,” he said. “Take care of yourself and remember that either way, you are still loved and I can still feel your support.”