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Half Man – Season 1, Episode 1

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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.

Cast & Crew

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Richard Gadd

Creator

Jamie Bell

Niall

Richard Gadd

Ruben

Neve McIntosh

Lori

Charlie de Melo

Alby

Stuart Campbell

Young Ruben
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Half Man — Season 1, Episode 1

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Noel Murray AV Club 3d
B+
Once again, as with Baby Reindeer, Gadd has delivered something so explosively charged that it’s hard to look away. Go to Full Review Denis Kimathi TV Fanatic 3d
3/5
It’s the MMA-level punching that welcomes you within the first several minutes, or the sexual undertones that are unsettling but invite curiosity. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis 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.
Director
Alexandra Brodski
Creator
Richard Gadd
Screenwriter
Richard Gadd
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Apr 23, 2026