Half Man(2026)
Some bonds may break you.
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.
- Created by:
- Richard Gadd
- First aired:
- 2026-04-28
- Country:
- GB
- Network:
- BBC One
Episodes
1. Episode 1
★ 6.22026-04-28 · 54m
1987. When their households merge, Niall and Ruben form a close and unsettling bond. An intimate yet epic exploration of what it means to be a man.
2. Episode 2
★ 6.82026-05-05 · 60m
1989. Niall is struggling at university when he invites Ruben to join him and his flatmates for freshers week. What begins with excitement ends in devastating consequences.
3. Episode 3
★ 6.42026-05-12 · 55m
1993. Niall is conflicted when asked by his mother to lie in court about Ruben's violence. Ruben seems to have changed for the better, so the decision weighs heavily on him.
4. Episode 4
★ 6.52026-05-19 · 65m
2008. After a breakdown, Niall learns that Ruben has returned. Obsession takes hold, and a charged confrontation forces the brothers to face their fractured past.
5. Episode 5
★ 6.02026-05-26 · 66m
2010. 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.
6. Episode 6
★ 6.12026-06-02 · 68m
2014. Niall has built a new life, but old ties resurface when Mona reconnects with Ruben. Events spiral toward an intense and devastating conclusion.
Where to watch
Availability for United States, provided by JustWatch via TMDB. Links open the provider's own listing.
Cast
Jamie Bell
Niall
Richard Gadd
Ruben
Neve McIntosh
Lori
