Ricky Gervais fans say he’s ’lost it’ after ‘boring’ new Netflix stand-up special
Netflix viewers are swarming social media to critique Ricky Gervais’ latest special, and the feedback is far from positive. Despite Gervais’ previous success with the emotionally resonant series “Afterlife,” fans are expressing concerns that his comedic brilliance may be waning after experiencing his recent Netflix stand-up special.
Gervais’ latest offering, titled “Ricky Gervais: Armageddon,” showcases the comedian delivering controversial perspectives on political correctness and oversensitivity in a taboo-breaking comedy special about the apocalypse, as per the Netflix synopsis. However, even die-hard Gervais enthusiasts find the TV special challenging, with some turning to social media platforms to share their disappointment, suggesting that the comedian has “lost the plot” and his comedic touch.
On a Reddit thread (r/rickygervais), a user named Arta_Dratista, who previously found Gervais’ other Netflix specials, “Supernature” and “Humanity,” to be “pretty decent,” expresses a different sentiment about “Armageddon.” They critique Gervais for dwelling on censorship and “wokeness” while delving into edgy topics like pedophilia, rape, and the Holocaust. The user describes Gervais as a “manchild” speaking “like a radicalized 13-year-old who spent too much time on Nazi forums,” ultimately suggesting that he may have lost his comedic edge.
While some viewers on platforms like Twitter strongly criticize Gervais for his content, labeling it offensive and distasteful, others defend the comedian, praising the satire as perfectly pitched, expertly delivered, and undeniably hilarious.
Despite the mixed reviews and backlash, Gervais takes to social media himself, declaring that “Armageddon” is poised to be his “biggest special ever” based on the initial 24-hour response. Seemingly unfazed by the negative feedback, Gervais emphasizes that the controversy generates publicity, leading to increased compensation from Netflix for his future projects, which he intends to use to support animal causes.
As the debate over Gervais’ latest special rages on online, UNILAD has reached out to Gervais’ representatives for their comments on the matter. “Ricky Gervais: Armageddon” remains available for streaming on Netflix.
