Jill Halfpenny stars in the new psychological thriller Number One Fan, which premiered on May 4, 2026, on Channel 5. Her son, Harvey Rhys Conway, makes his acting debut alongside her.
The drama follows Lucy, a TV presenter who faces a stalker. Jill Halfpenny plays Lucy, while Sally Lindsay takes on the role of Donna, the stalker. The series consists of four parts.
As of midday, reactions to the show have been mixed. Some viewers expressed enthusiasm, with one stating, “I just knew this show was gonna be incredible.” Another viewer commented, “Loving it.” However, critics have offered varying opinions.
Harvey Rhys Conway is 18 years old and trained at SA Performing Arts Centre in Newcastle. He is Jill Halfpenny’s only child and was born during her marriage to actor Craig Conway. The duo previously appeared together on BBC’s Your Home Made Perfect in 2023.
Key facts about Number One Fan:
- The first episode premiered on May 4, 2026.
- The series is a psychological thriller consisting of four parts.
- Harvey Rhys Conway is making his acting debut at age 18.
- Sally Lindsay plays Lucy’s stalker, Donna.
Production costs for the drama are relatively low at £350,000 per hour. This figure is considered cheap for a drama series. Many fans are eager to see how the story unfolds over the coming weeks.
In a tweet, Harvey expressed excitement about being part of the series: “So happy to have been an apart of my first series @channel5_tv please tune in to number one fan !!!!!” His enthusiasm reflects the anticipation surrounding this new project.