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Youth•Season 1•Episode 4

Michael Man

7.1/10 · 150 votesOct 5, 202629 min

Ranked #5 of 8 in Season 1•+0.4 vs season avg

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Sam gives Alex the unsavory task of getting Malcom back as a client. Later, Alex leans on Michael at a family dinner.

Directed byDawn Shadforth

Written bySharon Horgan

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Seasons1

All 1

Season 1 Episodes8

E1 7.0

Lockjaw

E2 7.2

Wagon Burner

E3 7.2

Welcome to the Rat's Nest

Michael Man

The Holiday

Desperate Measures

Last Night on Earth

Agent of the Year

Cast5

Sharon Horgan

Alex

Rupert Friend

Patrick

Sharlene Whyte

Sam

Aran Murphy

Ruarí

Robbie Gee

Frank

Crew3

Dawn Shadforth

Director

Sharon Horgan

Writer

Korsshan Schlauer

Director of Photography

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Episode Summary

"Michael Man" is episode 4 of Youth season 1. It scored 7.1/10 from 150 votes, ranking #5 of 8 episodes this season (season average 6.7). Directed by Dawn Shadforth and written by Sharon Horgan, it aired on October 5, 2026.

Next: E5 · The Holiday Best of Season 1