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The Best Episodes of Half Man Season 1

Every episode of Half Man Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Half Man Season 1!

Binge this in 2h 46m•Peaking at 10.0/10

When Niall's estranged 'brother' Ruben shows up at his wedding, it leads to an explosion of violence that catapults us back through their lives.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Half Man Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    10.0/10(795 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    1987. When their households merge, Niall and Ruben form a close and unsettling bond. An intimate yet epic exploration of what it means to be a man.

    Director:Alexandra Brodski
    Writer:Richard Gadd

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  2. Half Man Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    9.0/10(595 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    1989. Niall is struggling at university when he invites Ruben to join him and his flatmates for freshers week. What begins with excitement ends in devastating consequences.

    Director:Alexandra Brodski
    Writer:Richard Gadd

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  3. Half Man Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    0.0/10(329 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    1993. Niall is conflicted when asked by his mother to lie in court about Ruben's violence. Ruben seems to have changed for the better, so the decision weighs heavily on him.

    Director:Alexandra Brodski
    Writer:Richard Gadd

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Half Man" season 1. It scored 10/10 based on 795 votes. Directed by Alexandra Brodski and written by Richard Gadd, it aired on 4/28/2026. This episode is rated 1.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".