“The Ricky Gervais Show” is Heading to Netflix: Here’s What You Need to Know

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In a move that further solidifies Netflix as the ultimate home for Ricky Gervais fans, the streaming giant has officially announced that the cult-favorite HBO animated series, “The Ricky Gervais Show,” will be available to stream for the first time on the platform next month.

As part of Netflix’s March 2026 slate reveal, it was confirmed that all three seasons (39 episodes total) will debut on Netflix US on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Bringing the Podcast to Life

For the uninitiated, The Ricky Gervais Show isn’t a traditional sitcom. It is an animated reimagining of the record-breaking podcasts and XFM radio shows featuring Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, and the unintentional star of the show, Karl Pilkington.

The series is famous for its charming, Hanna-Barbera-style animation that visualizes the trio’s absurd conversations. Fans can look forward to revisiting (or discovering) iconic segments like:

  • Monkey News: Karl’s questionable reports on “chimpanzee” exploits.

  • Karl’s Diary: Stephen reading aloud from Karl’s bizarre daily reflections.

  • The “Man-Moth”: Just one of many biological misunderstandings from the mind of Pilkington.

The HBO-to-Netflix Bridge

The acquisition is the latest in a series of high-profile licensing deals between Warner Bros. Discovery and Netflix. Following the success of titles like Insecure, Band of Brothers, and Ballers on the service, The Ricky Gervais Show is the latest “HBO Gem” to find a new audience via Netflix’s massive global reach.

While the show originally aired on HBO and Channel 4 between 2010 and 2012, it has been notoriously difficult to find on streaming services in recent years, making this March arrival a major win for comedy purists.

A Big Year for Gervais on Netflix

The addition of this classic series comes at a time when Netflix is leaning heavily into its partnership with Gervais. Subscribers can already stream:

  • After Life: All three seasons of the award-winning comedy-drama.

  • Derek: The heartwarming scripted series.

  • Stand-up Specials: Including Humanity, Supernature, Armageddon, and the recently released Mortality.

Furthermore, 2026 is shaping up to be a “Gervais Year.” In addition to this HBO pickup, Netflix is expected to premiere “Alley Cats,” a brand-new adult animated series created by and starring Gervais, later this year.

Mark your calendars for March 17th—it’s time to find out why Karl Pilkington has a “head like a fucking orange.”