Richard gadd and jamie bell reunite in hbo max's emotional drama 'half man'

HBO Max has just dropped the trailer for its highly anticipated new drama series 'Half Man', created by Richard Gadd, the mastermind behind Netflix's hit comedy 'Baby Reindeer'. The show reunites Gadd with his co-star Jamie Bell, best known for his chilling portrayal of the monster in Marvel's 'Fantastic Four'

The tense, gripping story follows two estranged brothers over nearly four decades, delving deep into the complexities of their relationship.

When Ruben, the long-lost 'brother' of Niall, crashes his brother's wedding, a volatile explosion of violence catapults us through their lives. Spanning from the 1980s to the present, 'Half Man' covers the highs and lows of the sibling bond, from their teenage years to their disillusioned adulthood, with all the good, bad, terrible, funny, angry and challenging moments in between.

Set against the gritty backdrop of a changing city and world, the series grapples with the profound question: 'What does it mean to be a man?' Gadd and Bell are joined by a talented ensemble cast including Neve McIntosh, Charlie de Melo, Tim Downie, Anjli Mohindra, Tom Andrews, Marianne McIvor, and Amy Manson, among others.

'Half Man' premieres exclusively on HBO Max on April 23, 2026. After witnessing the emotional trailer, fans of Gadd's previous work are eagerly anticipating this deeply personal and poignant exploration of family, identity, and the human condition.