New Peaky Blinders lead star features in first-look trailer for Baby Reindeer creator’s gritty new BBC drama

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I just saw the first trailer for Richard Gadd’s new drama, ‘Half Man,’ and I’m already hooked! It’s coming to BBC One and iPlayer later this month, and honestly, it looks incredible – I’ve been really looking forward to this one.

This new series marks Richard Gadd’s first project since his hit show, Baby Reindeer. It features Gadd acting with Jamie Bell, who will also be starring in the next installment of Peaky Blinders.

I just watched the trailer, and it seems like it’s all about Niall and Ruben, two guys brought together by really tough circumstances. They end up becoming like brothers, even though they’re total opposites. Ruben comes across as really intense and unpredictable, while Niall seems quiet and gentle. It’s going to be interesting to see how their relationship develops!

The story shows us Ruben and Niall at different points in their lives, with Stuart Campbell and Mitchell Robertson portraying them when they’re younger. We also see them at Niall’s wedding, where Ruben makes a surprise appearance, and the show promises a violent outburst will occur.

The trailer is packed with intense emotions and action, suggesting this series will be a wild and thrilling ride.

You can watch the trailer in full right here now.

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New episodes of Half Man will become available every week starting April 24th at 6am on BBC iPlayer. You’ll then be able to watch it on BBC One and BBC Scotland later that week. The show, made with HBO, will also be available on HBO Max in the US, Latin America, and Europe.

The series follows these men over three decades, showing their struggles and delving into the complexities of their friendships, the cycle of violence, and the delicate nature of how men connect with each other.

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The series features a talented cast including Neve McIntosh, known for her role in Doctor Who, Marianne McIvor of The Bombing of Pan Am 103, Charlie De Melo from Rivals, Bilal Hasna of The Agency, Julie Cullen from Traces, Amy Manson of The Nevers, and Anjli Mohindra, who starred in The Lazarus Project, as well as many other skilled actors.

Half Man will arrive on BBC iPlayer at 6am on Friday 24 April 2026.

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James HibbsDrama Writer

James Hibbs writes about TV dramas for TopMob, covering shows on streaming services and traditional channels. Before becoming a writer, he worked in public relations, first at a business-to-business agency and then at Fremantle, a global TV production company. He holds a BA in English and Theatre Studies, as well as a Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.

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2026-04-07 18:35