Half Man episode 2 release date and time – when is it dropping on HBO Max and BBC iPlayer this week?

Anyone who watched last week’s episode of Half Man will likely understand why I can hardly bring myself to watch again this week.

Created by Baby Reindeer‘s Richard Gadd, the show follows brothers Niall (Jamie Bell) and Ruben (Gadd) through 30 years of their lives, exploring the highs and lows of their turbulent relationship.

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What time can I watch Half Man episode 2 on HBO Max and BBC iPlayer?

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Let’s take the HBO Max schedule first. Half Man episode 2 hits HBO Max on April 30, 2026.

While exact timings haven’t been specified, we can assume the following from shows such as Hacks and The Pitt:

  • US – 6pm PT / 9pm ET
  • Canada – 6pm PT / 9pm ET
  • India – Friday, May 1 at 6:30am IST
  • Singapore – Friday, May 1 at 9am SGT
  • Australia – Friday, May 1 at 11am AEDT
  • New Zealand – Friday, May 1 at 12pm NZDT

For the UK, Half Man will be premiering on BBC iPlayer on April 24, 2026, at 6am BST.

When can I watch new episodes of Half Man?

Richard Gadd rests his hand on Jamie Bell's shoulder

Blood Brothers 2.0. (Image credit: HBO)

Regardless of which streamer you’re tuning in on, Half Man‘s six episodes will be released on a weekly basis.

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This gives us the following schedule:

  • Episode 1: out now
  • Episode 2: April 30/May 1
  • Episode 3: May 7/8
  • Episode 4: May 14/15
  • Episode 5: May 21/22
  • Episode 6: May 28/29


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