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Ricky Gervais Confronts Mortality in New Netflix Special
19 Nov
Summary
- Ricky Gervais' new stand-up special, 'Mortality,' premieres on Netflix December 30.
- The special was filmed at the London Palladium and tackles life, death, and the world.
- A portion of tour proceeds will be donated to charity before the release.
Ricky Gervais' highly anticipated stand-up special, "Mortality," is slated for release on Netflix on December 30. This marks his fourth collaboration with the streaming giant, following "Humanity," "Supernature," and "Armageddon." The show, filmed at the iconic London Palladium, promises a brutally honest and darkly humorous exploration of life, death, and global affairs, as Gervais confronts his own mortality.
Gervais expressed that "Mortality" is his most confessional work to date and a tour he cherishes, appreciating the privilege of making audiences laugh worldwide. The special's themes echo his previous works, notably the Netflix series "After Life," which explored grief. He will conclude his "Mortality" arena tour in December, with plans to donate a portion of the proceeds to charitable causes.
Known for his boundary-pushing comedy, Gervais also co-created the original British "The Office" and has garnered numerous awards, including seven BAFTA awards and two Emmys. His past Netflix specials, like 2023's "Armageddon," have topped charts and earned critical acclaim. Netflix has consistently supported his creative endeavors, even in the face of controversy regarding his jokes.
