Ronaldo Makes TV Production Debut With Football Drama

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has ventured into television production with a new football drama series titled Day 1s, expanding his interests beyond the pitch.

The Al-Nassr forward announced on Wednesday that production of the series had begun, sharing the news with his followers on Instagram.

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“Exciting news! Production of my first TV show, Day 1s, has just started. More to come!” he wrote.

The series is being developed by UR Marv Studios, a production company Ronaldo co-founded with British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn in 2025.

According to reports, the scripted drama explores the business side of British football, following the activities of powerful football agent Stanley Dalton, played by British actor Damian Lewis.

Lewis is renowned for his performances in television series including Homeland and Billions.

Ronaldo is serving as an executive producer and is also expected to make his scripted acting debut by appearing as himself in the series.

Former Arsenal and France forward Thierry Henry and British rapper Dave are also associated with the production.

Dave, whose real name is David Orobosa Omoregie, previously featured in the British crime drama Top Boy.

The project is based on an idea developed by football agent Darren Dein, whose clients have included Henry.

Although details of the series’ release date and broadcast platform remain undisclosed, images shared by Ronaldo and other personalities involved in the production have offered glimpses of its football setting, including scenes filmed in a dressing room at Brentford’s stadium.

Deadline also reports that Vaughn is collaborating with Ronaldo on a separate film project titled Stuntnuts, which is expected to feature actors Chris Hemsworth and Matt Damon.

Ronaldo’s television venture adds to his growing business interests outside football, which include fashion, hospitality and media investments.

The 40-year-old continues to play for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr.