Ronaldo Starts Production on First TV Series
The Portugal star's debut television project, Day 1s, is being produced with director Matthew Vaughn after filming began in London.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2026 in Soccer
Cristiano Ronaldo has begun production on his first television series, Day 1s, alongside director and producer Matthew Vaughn, according to a post on Instagram and a report from Deadline. The show follows a British agent, Stanley Dalton, played by Damian Lewis, and no final release date has been set.
Why it matters
The project marks Ronaldo's move into scripted entertainment at the same time he has stepped away from international football. Its progress will be watched by fans and the wider sports and media industries.
Production began in London over the past few months, but no release date has been set for the series. Reports that Thierry Henry will appear alongside Ronaldo have not been confirmed by official announcements.
The players
Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese forward widely regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation, who now plays club football for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
Matthew Vaughn
British film director and producer known for action and spy films, including the Kingsman franchise, who is producing Day 1s with Ronaldo.
Damian Lewis
British actor known for leading roles in prestige television, who plays the agent Stanley Dalton in the series.
Thierry Henry
Former France and Arsenal striker who is reportedly set to appear in the series alongside Ronaldo.
The details
Ronaldo posted a photo with Matthew Vaughn on Instagram to announce production had started, and Deadline first reported that he will produce the series with Vaughn. Reports suggest he will appear in the show alongside Thierry Henry, and the story centers on a British agent played by Damian Lewis.
Timeline
Filming of Day 1s began in London over the past few months.
No final release date has been announced for the series.
Season Trajectory
Ronaldo's move into scripted television follows the path of athlete-producers such as Dwayne Johnson, whose production company built a film and TV slate beyond his wrestling and acting work. The project arrives as Ronaldo steps away from Portugal's national team after 234 appearances and 146 goals.
Ronaldo's absence from Portugal's national team means his international goal total of 146 will not grow further, which affects Portugal's attacking options in upcoming Nations League matches against Denmark and Wales. Fantasy and betting markets tied to Portugal fixtures will need to account for his departure from the squad.
The takeaway
Ronaldo's pivot into scripted television shows how high-profile athletes are building second careers in entertainment. Fans interested in the project should watch for an official release date and platform announcement.
Further reading
For more on the sport at the center of Ronaldo's career, explore the Soccer section.
