The novel is being adapted into a six-part series by both Boyle and Neil Webster, with Jon S Baird (Tetris) directing. James McAvoy (His Dark Materials) will lead the cast, with a first-look image of McAvoy on set having been unveiled (below).
The synopsis for Meantime, which will be released on Sky in 2027, says that it follows "Felix McAveety (McAvoy), a full-time addict whose best friend is found murdered in a Glasgow park, leaving him as the police’s most convenient suspect".
The synopsis continues: "In a fog of intoxication and paranoia, Felix sets out to clear his name, enlisting the help of an ageing former Detective Inspector turned crime novelist (Simon) and a chaotic friend (Michie).
"Their search for the truth becomes an exhilarating and frequently laugh-out-loud race through the murkier edges of contemporary Scotland, as events rapidly spiral out of control around him."
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Meantime is comedian and writer Boyle's first novel, which was released in 2022. As well as his stand-up comedy and non-fiction books, Boyle is known for his appearances on shows such as Mock the Week and Taskmaster.
James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
