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Netflix’s six-episode animated comedy Alley Cats, created by Ricky Gervais, follows Gus and a ragtag London cat crew as they bumble through life with crude banter, while a melancholy undercurrent about hardship and companionship gives the series a surprisingly bittersweet heart and ends on a quietly resonant note.
Dave Chappelle and Ricky Gervais have released new comedy specials that have been criticized for lacking humor and insight, instead focusing on self-victimization and controversial takes on sensitive topics. Chappelle's "The Dreamer" and Gervais's "Armageddon" have been met with disappointment, as they seem to double down on previous contentious material, particularly targeting the trans community. Despite their attempts at bridge-building, their work has been received as a step back, failing to resonate with a broader audience and suggesting a creative dead end for both comedians.
Zack Snyder's 'Rebel Moon' dominated the UK Netflix viewership over the holiday season with 16.5 million views, outperforming Ricky Gervais' stand-up special 'Armageddon,' which had 6 million views. Despite critical reviews, 'Rebel Moon' is likely one of the top-performing titles on Netflix in the UK for the year, with global views reaching nearly 24 million in the first four days. 'Leave the World Behind,' a dystopian thriller, also had a strong showing with 9 million UK streams in its first week.