Ricky Gervais used his insightful Annecy 2026 masterclass to pitch Alley Cats, an ambitious describing the animation as a daring project he "could make forever" with enthusiasm and unveiling its trailer to enthusiastic applause on his 65th birthday.
The Netflix‑backed series immediately drew strong praise and applause from the festival audience who responded warmly, prompting Gervais to joke, with a cheeky smile, "I hope you like cats. And swearing."
Still, the comedian's new Netflix show which premiered recently has drawn a chorus of fan criticism and dissent over its tone, which many found harsh, with viewers taking to social media eagerly to express disappointment across platforms.