Plot Synopsis

Written and directed by Ricky Gervais, who also stars as the show's main character, DEREK is a bittersweet dramedy about a group of outsiders living on society's margins. Derek Noakes is a 49-year-old innocent man, who loves his job at the Broadhill retirement home, where he cares deeply for its residents, because they're kind and funny and tell him stories about the olden days. In his spare time, he watches DEAL OR NO DEAL and BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT on the telly, but his main hobby is autograph hunting. But when the retirement home faces closure -- and with his 50th birthday approaching -- Derek tries raising funds for the home and begins to reflect on his own life, even trying to sell some of his prized autographs to save Broadhill. At his job, Derek works with Dougie, his mate and landlord, and Hannah, a care worker and friend. Plus, Derek counts Kev as one of his few mates who doesn't work at the home. The UK's Channel 4 debuted DEREK's pilot episode on April 12, 2012, after which the program was picked up as a series, with the official series premiere on Channel 4 more than nine months later on January 30, 2013. Nearly eight months after that, Netflix presented the U.S. debut of DEREK, releasing the pilot and all Season 1 episodes early morning on Thursday, September 12, 2013. On Friday, May 30, 2014, Netflix presented the U.S. premiere of Season 2 of DEREK, releasing all six episodes of the second season. In Season 2, Derek's kindness has truly extended to those around him as he forges new friendships. The retirement home's residents and employees have built a familial community and Derek's positive outlook and good natured spirit allows them to persevere through the difficult times that they sometimes face.
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On Friday, April 3, 2015, Netflix premiered a one-hour special of DEREK. In the special, Tom has a new job, which allows him to spend more time with Hannah. Will this allow their relationship to flourish? Derek is upset with Hannah for upsetting Kevin, who goes missing, whilst Vicky takes on more responsibilities.