Series synopsis
Leonard and Hungry Paul is a comedy drama television series that premiered on RTÉ One on October 17, 2025. It was created by Richie Conroy, Mark Hodkinson. It stars Alex Lawther, Laurie Kynaston, Jamie Lee O'Donnell and Julia Roberts.
Follow two unique board-gaming friends meandering through leafy suburban life, charting a story about Judo, ancient Rome, first loves, and the expansion of the Universe.
Premise
Follow two unique board-gaming friends meandering through leafy suburban life, charting a story about Judo, ancient Rome, first loves, and the expansion of the Universe.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Alex Lawther as Leonard
- Laurie Kynaston as Hungry Paul
- Jamie Lee O'Donnell as Shelley
- Julia Roberts as Narrator (voice)
Guest cast
- Emmy Nolan as Isabelle
- Helen Behan as Helen
- Niamh Branigan as Grace
- Lorcan Cranitch as Peter
- Paul Reid as Mark Baxter
- Charlotte McCurry as Rhona
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | October 17, 2025 | October 31, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 After his mother’s death, Leonard begins to open up his world with the help of a new colleague, Shelley. His best friend, Hungry Paul, reluctantly volunteers at the hospital. |
October 17, 2025 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Leonard tries to expand his universe and speak to Shelley. However, he accidentally ends up on a date with another woman. Meanwhile, Hungry Paul enters an exciting competition. |
October 17, 2025 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Leonard has lunch with Shelley and they agree to go on a date. After Leonard cancels their game night, Hungry Paul attempts to return expired chocolates to the local shop. |
October 24, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | RTÉ One |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 17, 2025 |
| Last aired | October 31, 2025 |
| Status | continue |