Season 1 – Half Man

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Season 1 – Half Man

Apr 2026

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When Niall's estranged brother Ruben shows up at his wedding, it leads to an explosion of violence that catapults us back through their lives, from the eighties to the present day.

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Richard Gadd delivers a broodingly bleak sophomore effort that dares to plumb the depths of toxic masculinity and repression in a complex and unsettling tale that makes for unsettlingly good TV.

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J. Kelly Nestruck

Globe and Mail

Jun 2, 2026

This heart-wrenchingly honest show makes most other TV dramas seem sanitized.

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Wenlei Ma

The Nightly (AU)

May 20, 2026

It’s a prime example of something you admire versus something you like.

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Graeme Blundell

The Australian

May 15, 2026

Yes, it’s bleak and chilling, and hard to watch at times, unleavened by the surreal humour of Gadd’s Baby Reindeer, but Half Man sure is brave, if extremely uncomfortable viewing.

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Michel Ghanem

The Cut

Oct 5, 2026

8/10

Half Man is so potent because it’s not sanitized. It is a deeply uncomfortable watch about deeply messed-up characters whose lives are in constant turmoil, anchored by some unreal performances.

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Silvina Lamazares

Clarín

Aug 25, 2026

4/4

It's one of those stories that reveals more than what you see on screen... This one might leave you more disturbed than entertained. [Full review in Spanish]

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Ernesto Diezmartinez

Letras Libres

Aug 11, 2026

2.5/4

The second miniseries created, written by, and starring Richard Gadd is a brilliant and bleak tale centering on the worst facets of humanity. [Full review in Spanish]

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Juan Carlos T

@RT44724763 2 days ago

Bravo, excelente serie. Muestra la complejidad de emociones y situaciones sobre lo frágil, complejas y tóxicas que llegan a ser las relaciones masculinas hablando específicamente de hermanos. La forma en cómo se contó la historia te permite entender desde qué momento las situaciones se fueron transformando y como los personajes hicieron catarsis.

Szonja K

@zeph.the.fool Sep 17, 2026

An incredibly dark but important show to watch, it was amazing all around. The acting performances of the main characters, both young and old, blew me away. The story is heart-wrenching emotionally, but the show does comedic moments very well in all the unexpected places.

Elvira G

@ElviraG Sep 15, 2026

This series deserves more attention. It's not an easy watch but it's great.

Jeanie C

@RT56789032190258 Sep 14, 2026

It's dark but so good. Richard Gadd (the guy that made Baby Reindeer a few years ago) is a superstar in the making imo.

Alicia B

@RT56789002133 Sep 6, 2026

This one is emotionally brutal. I had to take a break after a couple of episodes because it was getting to me, but the performances are absolutely incredible. Definitely not an easy watch, but a very good one.

Babs B

@RT40073657 Aug 29, 2026

Wow!!! Unbelievable acting and performances in this gut wrenching Series! Left me on the edge of my seat throughout the entire show! Has set the bar extremely high for others to achieve! Bravo to the Writer and especially to the 2 main Actors!!! 👏👏👏🏆🏆

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Richard Gadd

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Eshref Reybrouck

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Alexandra Brodski

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Jamie Bell

Niall

Richard Gadd

Ruben

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Episode 1

Aired Apr 23, 2026

Ruben shows up unexpectedly at Niall's wedding; this surprise visit turns what should be a joyous occasion into chaos, leading to an eruption of violence that catapults back through the decades.

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Episode 2

Aired Apr 30, 2026

After struggling to fit in at university, an isolated Niall turns to Ruben for help, but his presence leads to devastating consequences.

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Episode 3

Aired May 2, 2026

1993. His mother asks Niall to lie in court about Ruben's violence, and he is conflicted. Ruben seems different now, so the decision weighs heavily on him.

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Episode 4

Aired May 14, 2026

When Niall's estranged brother Ruben shows up at his wedding, it leads to an explosion of violence that catapults us back through their lives, from the eighties to the present day.

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Episode 5

Aired May 12, 2026

Niall and Ava face major life changes as Ruben struggles with his relationship; An impulsive choice between Mona and Niall has serious consequences for all involved.

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Episode 6

Aired May 18, 2026

2014; Niall builds a new life, but old ties resurface when Mona reconnects with Ruben, forcing difficult choices.

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Director: Eshref Reybrouck, Alexandra Brodski
Creator: Richard Gadd
Screenwriter: Richard Gadd
Network: HBO
Genre: Drama
Original Language: British English
Release Date: Apr 23, 2026

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