"Half Man" Stars Vie for Emmys

The HBO Max miniseries "Half Man" has submitted 21 entries for Emmy consideration across various categories. Jamie Bell and Mitchell Robertson are set to compete for Lead Actor (Limited Series), portraying different ages of the character Niall Kennedy.

Richard Gadd and Stuart Campbell, who play older and younger Ruben Pallister respectively, are submitting for Supporting Actor. Neve McIntosh and Amy Manson are also in contention for Supporting Actress. The series, praised for its excellent yet challenging narrative, delves into the lives of two men whose bond is forged by a past event.

Richard Gadd, a multi-Emmy winner for "Baby Reindeer," is also submitting as an executive producer and writer for "Half Man." The submission strategy, particularly for actors like Gadd and Campbell in supporting roles, aims to maximize their chances of winning against other HBO Max contenders.

Jamie Bell's performance has been a focal point of the series' acclaim, marking his return to television. The Television Academy's voting period for nominations runs from June 11-22, with official nominations announced on July 8.

Alexandra Brodski is HBO Max's sole directing submission for Episode 2. The series is also expected to be well-represented in artisan categories, including cinematography, music composition, and picture editing, contributing to its significant Emmy campaign.