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Ricky Gervais' Alley Cats Trailer Unveiled as Netflix Sets August 7 Global Premiere

The short-form 2D series marks Gervais' return to adult animation with a world‑exclusive Annecy sneak peek before it streams.

Overview

  • Netflix released the official trailer and first‑look images for Alley Cats on Monday, June 22, 2026, offering the first public look at the show's tone and characters.
  • Ricky Gervais serves as creator, writer and director, voices the lead cat, and shares directing credit with co‑director Elliot Dear.
  • The series is produced in 2D by UK studio Blink Industries and will run as six short episodes of roughly 15 minutes each.
  • Netflix will screen the first two episodes at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on June 25, 2026, where Gervais will appear for a discussion and a world‑exclusive sneak peek.
  • The project reunites several After Life collaborators and signals Netflix's continued investment in adult animation while giving fans an early chance to see Gervais' return to the format ahead of the August release.