The Making Of Derek
Ricky Gervais gives an exclusive behind the scenes tour and talk about the making of his Channel 4 series, Derek.
Further details

In conversation, as writer, director and the actor who plays Derek, Ricky Gervais discusses the character he plays, his thoughts on the series and describes his role as director.
Alongside cast mates Karl Pilkington, Kerry Godliman and David Earl, Ricky heads backstage during the filming on set and location with candid access to his latest television project.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Wednesday 27th February 2013
- Time
- 10:35pm
- Channel
- Channel 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Cast & crew
Guest cast | |
---|---|
Ricky Gervais | Self |
Karl Pilkington | Self |
Kerry Godliman | Self |
Arthur Nightingale | Self |
Blanche Williams | Self |
Ben Bailey Smith (as Doc Brown) | Self |
Kay Noone | Self |
Brett Goldstein | Self |
David Earl | Self |
Production team | |
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Ricky Gervais | Executive Producer |
Katie Mavroleon | Producer |
Charlie Hanson | Executive Producer |

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