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New Ricky Gervais Show To Screen In Australia

Staff Writer

'Derek' premieres here this week

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The new mockumentary series from comedian Ricky Gervais will screen as of this week in Australia.

Derek, which will feature eight episodes, will premiere here on Thursday 15 August on ABC1. The series is about Derek Noakes, a very kind-hearted 49 year-old who works in a retirement home and has a penchant for hunting autographs from the famous. The character driven comedy/drama was written, directed and produced by the world-renowned comedian.

Check out the trailer below...