Ricky Gervais Comedy is a British comedy series created, written, directed and produced by Ricky Gervais. The show follows the life of DEREK Noakes, a middle-aged care worker at a retirement home. DEREK is portrayed as a kind-hearted, but naive and simple-minded man who often gets taken advantage of by his co-workers. The show has been praised for its honest and heartfelt portrayal of disability and aging. It has also been praised for its comedic elements, which often come from DEREK's interactions with other characters.