Ricky Gervais and Cartoon Feline Crew Arrive in Netflix Trailer for ‘Alley Cats’

Netflix has released a trailer for its upcoming adult-animated series ‘Alley Cats,’ marking a return to the format for Ricky Gervais, whose signature style appears in the show’s introduction with a grumpy cat character leading the preview.

The trailer positions Gus, Gervais’s main feline character, at the center of the series, with the opening sequence introducing an ensemble of additional cat characters intended to expand the group dynamic beyond a single protagonist.

Deadline reported that Gervais assembled a voice cast that includes Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, Diane Morgan, and Natalie Cassidy, with each actor taking on roles among the feline ensemble shown in the trailer.

‘Alley Cats’ is described as a return for Gervais to adult animation, and the trailer likewise emphasizes the tone and pacing associated with his earlier work in animation and character-driven comedy, translated into cartoon form for multiple feline voices.

While the trailer is now available, the report did not specify the show’s premiere date, episode count, or season structure. It also did not outline additional production details beyond the credited cast appearing in the preview.

Netflix’s release of the trailer is part of the studio’s standard marketing approach for adult animation, using voice talent announcements and preview footage to build awareness ahead of a full series rollout across its platform.

For audiences, the appearance of multiple performers alongside Gervais indicates the series is built around more than one character perspective, even though Gus remains the central presence in the trailer’s framing.

The next steps for viewers will be the full series release on Netflix and any subsequent announcements clarifying the exact delivery schedule for episodes, as well as further casting or creative credits beyond those featured in the trailer and accompanying reporting.