Ricky Gervais’ original comedy series Derek will be back for season two on May 30, 2014 at 12:01am PT. The six half-hour episodes – written by, directed by, executive produced by, and starring Ricky Gervais – will all be available at that time for those into binge-viewing on Netflix.
“Ricky is a terrific partner, and he has created a heartfelt character, in Derek, that Netflix members have fallen in love with,” said Ted Sarandos, Chief Content Officer. “His attention to detail and relentless vision to change conventional storytelling on television is perfectly aligned with what we are trying to do with our original series.”
“I was blown away by the affection from around the world for the first series, particularly the emotional connection it seemed to make with people,” said Gervais. “I hope they like the second offering as much.”
The Plot:
An Award-winning bittersweet comedy-drama about a group of outsiders living on society’s margins, Derek centers around Derek Noakes (Gervais), a tender, innocent man whose love for his job at a retirement home shines through. Derek cares deeply for the home’s residents, because they are kind and funny and tell him stories of what life used to be like.
Working alongside Derek is Dougie (Karl Pilkington), his landlord who is one of life’s unlucky individuals; Kev (David Earl), a loveable train wreck; and Hannah (Kerry Godliman), a care worker in the home and Derek’s best friend. She is smart, witty, and hardworking but unlucky in love, and, like Derek, always puts other people first.
In the second season, Derek’s kindness has truly extended to those around him as he forges new friendships. The retirement home’s residents and employees have built a familial community and Derek’s positive outlook and good-natured spirit allows them to persevere through the difficult times that they sometimes face.
