Netflix releases trailer for Ricky Gervais' Alley Cats

The first trailer for "Alley Cats," a new adult animated comedy series created by Ricky Gervais, was released on Monday, June 22, 2026. The series is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on August 7, 2026.

The show marks Gervais's return to television as a creator since his Netflix series "After Life" concluded in 2022. "Alley Cats" is described as an adult animated sitcom that follows a group of feral British cats from various social backgrounds as they seek companionship and ruminate on the struggles of everyday life. The official synopsis promises the series will blend humor and absurdity with Gervais's signature style of heart and social commentary.

Gervais, who serves as creator, writer, director, and executive producer, voiced his enthusiasm ahead of the trailer's release, stating he had never been so excited about a trailer and that he could not wait for audiences to get to know the characters. The series will consist of six episodes, each approximately 15 minutes long.

The project features a voice cast of frequent Gervais collaborators, including Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, and Diane Morgan, with Natalie Cassidy and Tony Way also...