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Cristiano Ronaldo Teams with Matthew Vaughvn on Soccer-Agent TV Series
7/27/2026, 8:03:36 PM
Ronaldo's New Soccer-Agent Series Launches Production
The Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo is moving into scripted television with the series Day 1s. The drama follows a fictional UK soccer agent, Stanley Dalton, and began filming in London shortly after Portugal’s exit from the World Cup. Ronaldo will both star in the show and serve as executive producer.
Project Origins and Production Partners
The concept originated from veteran soccer agent Darren Dein, who pitched the idea to Ronaldo’s newly formed banner UR•Marv Studios. The series is being produced in partnership with UR•Marv, an offshoot of director Matthew Vaughn’s Marv Studios. Vaughn, known for films such as *Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels* and the *Kingsman* franchise, is directing the project. The production is being independently financed by UR•Marv.
Key Talent Involved
- Damian Lewis – cast as the lead soccer-agent character Stanley Dalton.
- Thierry Henry – former French international and World Cup winner, appears in a supporting role.
- Dave – British rapper, also featured among the ensemble.
- Matthew Vaughn – director and co-producer, bringing his action-styled filmmaking to the series.
Context: Ronaldo’s Post-World Cup Plans
At 41, Ronaldo concluded his World Cup career when Portugal fell in the round of 16 to eventual champions Spain. He continues to play club football for Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr, but the series marks his first major entertainment venture beyond his long-standing football legacy with clubs such as Real Madrid and Manchester United.
Financing and Distribution Outlook
UR•Marv will finance the series without external studio backing, positioning Day 1s as the inaugural scripted offering from Ronaldo’s production arm. While distribution partners have not been announced, the involvement of Vaughn’s established studio network suggests potential placement on major streaming platforms.
