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Ricky Gervais' Animated 'Alley Cats' to Premiere on Netflix in 2026
The six-episode adult animated comedy, created and directed by Ricky Gervais, features a cast of top British comics and explores companionship through the lives of feral cats.
- Ricky Gervais will premiere Alley Cats, a six-episode adult animated series about British feral cats, on Netflix in 2026.
- Gervais created and executive produces the series, returning to adult animation 13 years after his HBO and Channel 4 show concluded.
- The show follows cats seeking companionship and reflecting on daily struggles, blending comedy and social commentary with voice talent from Gervais and longtime collaborators.
- Gervais characterizes his role as a grumpy, unmotivated, and sharp-toothed being who often overestimates his own intelligence and courage, joking that it’s quite a departure from himself, while showcasing his trademark blend of humor and emotional depth.
- Produced by Derek Productions and animated by award-winning Blink Industries, Alley Cats signals Gervais’ renewed focus on television animation with a strong supporting cast.
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