Richard Gadd's new show "Half Man" premieres in 2026

Richard Gadd has a new show called "Half Man" coming to HBO, following his success with "Baby Reindeer" on Netflix. "Baby Reindeer" told Gadd's story of being stalked and dealing with his past trauma. It received a lot of attention and praise, similar to Michaela Coel’s acclaimed series "I May Destroy You." "Half Man" is a six-episode series that started filming in February in Glasgow, Scotland. In this show, Gadd plays Ruben, one of two estranged brothers. The story unfolds during a wedding and explores their troubled relationship over nearly 40 years, from their teenage years to adulthood. The BBC describes it as a deep look at what it means to be a man. Gadd's writing is known for its intensity, and the show is expected to capture a mix of emotions and events throughout the brothers' lives. He has plans to continue working with Netflix after finishing "Half Man," and Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos praises Gadd's storytelling abilities. In addition to Gadd, the cast includes actors like Mitchell Robertson, Stuart Campbell, Neve McIntosh, and Marianne McIvor. The series is set to premiere in 2026 on both BBC One and HBO.