Richard Gadd Transforms Violently With Jamie Bell in ‘Half Man’ Trailer
The new trailer for Richard Gadd’s drama Half Man landed Tuesday. It arrives as anticipation grows for the series ahead of its April 23 debut.
Trailer and story
The preview pits Gadd’s Ruben against Jamie Bell’s Niall. Ruben arrives at Niall’s wedding but seems altered. He acts shifty and tense.
An outbreak of violence in the trailer sends the narrative backward. The story unfolds across decades, from the 1980s to today. Themes include brotherhood, loyalty, anger and the fallout of violence.
In the footage, Richard Gadd transforms violently alongside Jamie Bell, hinting at a darker, physical turn for his character.
Cast and characters
- Richard Gadd as Ruben.
- Jamie Bell as Niall.
- Mitchell Robertson plays young Niall (credits: Curfew, Mayflies).
- Stuart Campbell plays young Ruben (credits: SAS Rogue Heroes, The Winter King).
- Neve McIntosh appears as Lori, Niall’s mother (credits: Tin Star, Chemistry of Death).
- Marianne McIvor plays Maura, Ruben’s mother (credits: Screw, The Nest).
Production team
Gadd created and wrote the series. He also serves as an executive producer.
Other executive producers include Sophie Gardiner and Anna O’Malley. Gaynor Holmes and Gavin Smith represent BBC and BBC Scotland as executive producers.
Directors are Alexandra Brodski and Eshref Reybrouck. Mam Tor’s EPs are Tally Garner and Morven Reid.
Studios and distribution
The series is produced by Mam Tor, backed by Banijay, in association with Gadd’s Thistledown Pictures. Banijay Rights will handle international sales outside of BBC and HBO agreements.
Screen Scotland provided support for the production.
Release details
Half Man premieres April 23 on HBO. It airs on the BBC the next day.
The trailer’s release has generated early conversation about Gadd’s shift from his Netflix project Baby Reindeer to this new dramatic role.
For continued coverage and updates, Filmogaz.com will follow the series through its launch and early reviews.
