Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed a new venture away from football, announcing that he is set to be involved in an upcoming television series.

The Portugal and Al Nassr forward shared details of the project on social media, although he has not disclosed many specifics about the production.

Titled “Day 1s”, the series will be produced by UR Marv, an independent production company founded by Ronaldo and British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn.

“Exciting news! Production of my first TV show, Day 1s, has just started!” Ronaldo shared via his social media pages on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

The drama will explore the modern British football industry, with the storyline centred on the intense and often secretive world of elite player management.

The main character is Stanley Dalton, a high-profile football agent portrayed by actor Damian Lewis. The series is co-created by sports agent Darren Dein, whose experience in football management has helped shape the production.

Ronaldo will take on the role of executive producer and is also expected to make his debut as a scripted actor. The production will further bring in notable names from football and entertainment, including former France and Arsenal star Thierry Henry and British rapper Dave.

The announcement marks another step into the entertainment industry for Ronaldo, who has increasingly expanded his business interests beyond his playing career.

However, viewers will have to wait for further details. The producers are yet to confirm the show’s release date, television or streaming partner and exact premiere schedule. Those details are expected after post-production is completed and a worldwide distribution agreement is secured.

Ronaldo retires

The TV project came shortly after Ronaldo announced he is retiring from international football.

The iconic football star took to social media to confirm the decision on Thursday, November 5, 2026.

“Today I finish my walk on the pitch with the national team. I leave with my head held high, with pride in the path I took, and with the awareness that I gave everything I had for Portugal,” Ronaldo said.

“The goals pass, the cups are in museums, and the records end up being beaten. But there is something that time can never erase: the place we occupy in people’s hearts.

“I spent my life working to be the best player in the world. Today I realise that the greatest victory was to have deserved to represent the best country in the world.

Thank you

“Thank you for these 23 years. Thank you for having believed in me. Portugal will always be in me. Forever,” the football legend signed off.

The former Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus star, now 41, has ended his international career with 146 goals in 234 appearances.

Ronaldo’s iconic moments while donning the national colours came in 2016 when he won the Euro and later two Nations League titles in 2019 and 2025.