History of Half Man (TV series) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 18, 2026

Half Man is an upcoming six-part British television drama co-produced by HBO and the BBC. Written, created by, and starring Richard Gadd, and also starring Jamie Bell, the series is anticipated to be a significant addition to television drama.

February 2024: Series Announcement

In February 2024, BBC One announced the series with Richard Gadd as writer and executive producer. Alexandra Brodski and Eshref Reybrouck were attached to direct, with production by Mam Tor Productions in London, and executive producers Tally Garner, Morven Reid, Gaynor Holmes, and Gavin Smith. Wendy Griffin was named as the producer.

February 2024: Cast Additions

In February 2024, Mitchell Robertson, Stuart Campbell, Neve McIntosh, Marianne McIvor, Charlie De Melo, Bilal Hasna, Julie Cullen, Amy Manson, Philippine Velge, Stuart McQuarrie, Piers Ewart, Scot Greenan, Charlotte Blackwood, and Calum Manchip joined the cast of Half Man.

June 2024: HBO Joins Project

In June 2024, HBO joined the production of the series.

November 2024: Lead Roles Confirmed

In November 2024, Richard Gadd and Jamie Bell were confirmed for the lead roles in Half Man.

November 2024: Project Title Revealed

In November 2024, the project was revealed to be titled 'Half Man,' with filming scheduled to begin in Scotland in 2025.

February 2025: Filming Begins

In February 2025, filming for Half Man began in locations including Glasgow, Scotland.

July 2025: Filming Wraps

In July 2025, filming for Half Man had wrapped.

April 2026: Series Debut

The six-part limited series, Half Man, debuted on April 24, 2026, on BBC iPlayer in the UK, with BBC One and BBC Scotland broadcasts following within the week. It was released on April 23, 2026, on HBO in the US.