Gervais will also be presenting two episodes of the show at the Annecy International Film Festival in late June.

Alley Cats First Look August 2026 Premiere Date

Ricky Gervais is returning to Netflix with a brand-new series, but this time, he’s trading in his human form for something a little more feline.Alley Cats, a new adult animated sitcom created by and starring the multi-award-winning comedian, is officially set to drop on Netflix globally on August 7th, 2026, and we’ve got a new first look ahead of its big reveal in June.

As we previously reported during our coverage of theNetflix Annecy Film Festival 2026 lineup,Alley Catshas been quietly in the works and is shaping up to be one of the biggest animated releases of the summer. The series marks a new chapter in Gervais’ long-standing overall relationship with Netflix, which has previously been the exclusive home to his smash-hit comedyAfter Life, as well as a string of successful stand-up specials.

Here is everything you need to know aboutAlley Catsbefore it lands on Netflix this August.

What is the plot ofAlley Cats?

If you were a fan of the poignant existential dread mixed with laugh-out-loud comedy inAfter LifeandDerek, it sounds like you’re in for a treat.

Here is the official synopsis for the new series:

“Alley Cats is a sitcom created by and starring the multi award-winning Ricky Gervais. The adult animation follows the trials and tribulations of a group of feral British cats from all walks of society, who seek companionship while ruminating on everyday life. From the funny to the absurd, the series is packed with Gervais’ signature style of heart and social commentary that audiences have come to expect.”

Who is in the voice cast forAlley Cats?

Alley Cat Netflix Series Cast List

Fans of Gervais’ previous work will be thrilled to see that he is bringing along a stacked cast of frequent collaborators. The voice booth is essentially an After Life and David Brent: Life on the Road reunion.

Here is the confirmed voice cast forAlley Catsand who they will be playing:

Ricky Gervais(After Life,The Office) as Gus
Diane Morgan(Cunk on Earth,After Life) as Olive
David Earl(Brian and Charles,Derek) as Puke

Jo Hartley(After Life,This Is England) as Kitten
Tom Basden(After Life,Plebs) as Ponce
Andrew Brooke(After Life,Children of Men) as Fang

In addition to the core feral crew, the series will also feature voice work fromKerry Godliman(After Life),Natalie Cassidy(EastEnders), andTony Way(After Life,Edge of Tomorrow).

Who is behind the animation and production?

Gervais serves as the creator, lead voice actor, and director for the series. He is joined by co-directorElliot Dear, a seasoned animation director known for his distinctive mixed-media style.

The animation itself is being handled byBlink Industries, the London-based BAFTA-nominated studio behind the cult-hitDon’t Hug Me I’m Scaredand Netflix’s ownDead End: Paranormal Park.Tang Hengis attached as the production designer.

Ricky GervaisandSteven Hamilton Shawserve as executive producers on the project.