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HBO's 'Half Man' Explores 40-Year Male Bonding Saga

3/22/2026

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Richard Gadd's HBO limited series Half Man premieres in April 2026 and runs six episodes.
The show centers on a bond spanning over 40 years between Ruben and Niall, with Richard Gadd as Ruben and Jamie Bell as Niall.
The narrative opens with a violent confrontation at Niall's wedding, triggering flashbacks.
Gadd contextualizes Ruben's behavior without justifying it, and the series promises a raw, unflinching look at male relationships.

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Story summary

Richard Gadd's HBO limited series Half Man premieres in April 2026 and runs six episodes.
The show centers on a bond spanning over 40 years between Ruben and Niall, with Richard Gadd as Ruben and Jamie Bell as Niall.
The narrative opens with a violent confrontation at Niall's wedding, triggering flashbacks.
Gadd contextualizes Ruben's behavior without justifying it, and the series promises a raw, unflinching look at male relationships.