Richard Gadd bulks up for latest TV role

Here’s the first look at Baby Reindeer Richard Gadd in his forthcoming BBC series Half Man – packed with muscle and sporting a full beard.

The former comedian created the six-episode drama and co-stars opposite Jamie Bell.

They play two men who grew up together like brothers only to become estranged – and are then ruined at a wedding,   leading to an explosion of violence

The series then spans the almost 40 since the pair have known each other, from meeting as troubled teenagers to falling out as adults. 

Half Man will air on BBC One next year.

Published: 21 Aug 2025