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Derek
- TV sitcom
- Channel 4
- 2012 - 2014
- 14 episodes (2 series)
Bittersweet comedy drama written by and starring Ricky Gervais as a worker in a retirement home. Also features Kerry Godliman, David Earl, Holli Dempsey, Brett Goldstein, Karl Pilkington and more.
Episode menu
The Special
Further details
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Hannah's relationship with Tom blossoms, since he has found a new job close to home.
Vicky finds her true calling in the care industry, whilst Kev realises the true meaning of family.
Meanwhile Derek is still dating Tracey, all the while holding the Retirement Home together with his unique viewpoint on life.
Ricky Gervais says: "I did toy with a third series, particularly after the Emmy nod, but I decided to stick to my usual formula of 2 series and a special. It's a bittersweet experience as always. I'm sorry to end it but I know that leaving something you love and starting something else is always the best thing to do creatively."
The episode will air this Christmas. Phil Clarke, Channel 4's Head of Comedy, says: "Christmas seems a wonderfully fitting time for us to bid farewell to Derek, a show that truly celebrates generosity and goodwill."
Broadcast details
- Date
- Monday 22nd December 2014
- Time
- 10pm
- Channel
- Channel 4
- Length
- 65 minutes
Cast & crew
Ricky Gervais | Derek |
Kerry Godliman | Hannah |
David Earl | Kev |
Holli Dempsey | Vicky |
Brett Goldstein | Tom |
Tim Barlow | Jack |
Arthur Nightingale | Arthur |
Sheila Collings | Sheila |
Margaret Towner | Edna |
Prem Modgil | Prem |
Barry Martin | Joe |
Blanche Williams | Precious |
Ninette Finch | Annie |
Laura June Hudson | Jill |
Colin Hoult | Geoff |
Joe Wilkinson | Cliff |
Vicky Hall | Tracey |
Toby Foster | Des |
Yvonne Edgell | Kev's Mum |
Zita Sattar (as Zita Sitar) | Cath |
Dominic Kemp | Vicar |
Matthew Ashforde | Policeman |
Christina Tam | Nurse |
Ricky Gervais | Writer |
Ricky Gervais | Director |
Charlie Hanson | Producer |
Ricky Gervais | Executive Producer |
Duncan Hayes | Executive Producer |
Richard Halladay (as Richard Halladey) | Editor |
Dennis De Groot | Production Designer |
Videos
Derek - The Final Chapter
A promotion for the final episode of Derek.
The Nativity by Derek
Featuring: Ricky Gervais (Derek), Kerry Godliman (Hannah), David Earl (Kev), Holli Dempsey (Vicky) & Brett Goldstein (Tom).