Ricky Gervais Netflix comedy to hit screens next year

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12 Sep 2025 • 1:42 AM MYT
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  • Ricky Gervais is set to release a new six-part adult animated comedy series, Alley Cats, on Netflix in 2026.
  • The show is a slacker sitcom following a group of unmotivated, feral felines, with Gervais voicing a "lazy, rude, opinionated creature".
  • The cast includes Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, Diane Morgan, Natalie Cassidy, and Tony Way.
  • Gervais, who also created and directed the series, has previously worked on animated projects and is known for shows like The Office, Extras, and After Life.
  • The comedian has also been noted for his controversial jokes regarding the transgender community and his outspoken views on "cancel culture".

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