THR has revealed that Ricky Gervais has signed on to narrate The Willoughbys, a new animated feature from Bron Animation, which is based upon Lois Lowry’s children’s book of the same name and is written and directed by Kris Pearn (Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2). “Ricky has such a distinctive voice, and his […]
Blazing Samurai animated feature assembles its voice cast
Blazing Samurai, an animated feature inspired by the comedy classic Blazing Saddles, has announced its star-studded voice cast, which includes the likes of Michael Cera, Samuel L. Jackson, Ricky Gervais and Blazing Saddles helmer Mel Brooks, who is also executive producing. Variety reports that the feature, which is being directed by Mark Koetsier (Kung Fu […]
Ricky Gervais’ David Brent film Life On the Road secures financing
After success with The Office, Extras and Derek, actor-comedian Ricky Gervais is returning to his most iconic role of David Brent for the feature film Life On the Road, which has now secured financing. BBC Films and Entertainment One have jointly set up a deal for the new film, which will see office manager/singer-songwriter Brent […]
Ricky Gervais says Netflix viewers will get “better”, “longer” Derek special
Ricky Gervais’ most endearing character to date will soon, no longer grace our TV screens now that Derek has sadly come to an end. The Golden Globe and Emmy-nominated series recently concluded with an hour-long special, following its two seasons… the standard format for the comedian’s shows. It’s not all bad news, however, for fans […]
Ricky Gervais’ Derek to air special Christmas series finale
Ricky Gervais’ beloved show Derek will air its series finale on Channel 4 later this month. Like the bulk of his television programs, the show lasted two seasons and will end with a special, one-off Christmas episode. “I’m sorry to end it but I know that leaving something you love and starting something else is […]
NBC looking to revive The Office without Steve Carell
With show revivals all the rage on television, NBC are looking to repeat the success they’ve had resurrecting Will & Grace, by bringing back the US version of The Office. TV Line broke the news that the Dunder-Mifflin would open its doors for another season with a brand new cast under the stewardship of Greg […]
