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The Best Episodes Directed By Ricky Gervais

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    9.0/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    A visit from the council sees Broadhill retirement home facing closure. Hannah, the home's manager, rallies together her troops, best mates Derek, Dougie and Kev.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    9.0/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    A much-loved resident is in decline, which sets in motion a sequence of events culminating in the appearance of an unexpected visitor.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    #3 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Warwick attends a charity event in the hope of hanging out with celebrities. However, in trying to impress Sting he ends up spending more than he can afford. Consequently he has to look for a new home and hopes Amy will see him again.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #4 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    Hannah and Tom have happy news, and Derek's dad Anthony goes on a date with Tom's nan. But matters of the heart are taking a downward turn for Kev, who calls on his brother Cliff for help.

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Orlando Bloom
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Orlando Bloom

    S2:E1

    Andy finally gets the chance to make his sitcom, but things aren't going his way. Meanwhile Maggie is an extra on an Orlando Bloom film.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - Sir Ian McKellen
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #6 - Sir Ian McKellen

    S2:E5

    Andy's school mate Steve Sherwood visits him on set and inspires Darren to ask Maggie out on a date. Wanting to be recognized more for his acting abilities, Andy auditions for a new play directed by Sir Ian McKellen.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #7 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Warwick throws a party in his new apartment to show it to his ex-wife and his new date Amy. But when Cat Deeley shows up, he can't resist being a player, and no one is impressed.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  8. undefined Season 0 Episode 1 - The Extra Special Series Finale
    8.4/10(8 votes)

    #8 - The Extra Special Series Finale

    S0:E1

    Andy is unhappy with the fame he has achieved. When a new agent approaches him, Andy fires Darren and quits 'When The Whistle Blows'. Meanwhile, Maggie has hit rock bottom, having given up working as an extra and living in a tiny, dismal flat. Andy however is too self obsessed to notice Maggie's plight.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 0 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    #9 - Pilot

    S0:E1

    Derek introduces us to his world of retirees, autograph hunting and hamster videos. Hannah gets her first shot at romance in a long while and Dougie is busy fixing useless things.

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.4/10(8 votes)

    #10 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Derek is desperate to save the life of a baby bird that's fallen from a tree. Some of the residents attend a jumble sale. And Hannah forgets about her date with Tom.

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.4/10(8 votes)

    #11 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Derek decides to sell some of his autographs to raise money for the retirement home. But it doesn't go too well when he can't remember who the autographs belong to.

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Kate Winslet
    8.3/10(6 votes)

    #12 - Kate Winslet

    S1:E3

    Andy and Maggie work on a Holocaust film that stars Kate Winslet.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.3/10(10 votes)

    #13 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    It's Derek's 50th birthday; what better way to celebrate than with a party at Broadhill retirement home?

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.3/10(9 votes)

    #14 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Derek forms an entertainment committee to discuss plans for a cabaret show at Broadhill. Kev wants to produce a play of his Duran Duran film script, starring staff and residents as the band.

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #15 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    Derek goes on a date with a girl from a dating website. He's excited but he's also worried about his dad's health. True to form, Geoff nearly ruins things for Derek, but Kev stands up to him.

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  16. undefined Season 0 Episode 2 - Christmas Special (2)
    8.2/10(19 votes)

    #16 - Christmas Special (2)

    S0:E2

    Tim's world is rocked when Dawn turns up at the office to say hello. Despite a stern warning from Gareth and wise words from Keith in Accounts, Tim can't help but get his hopes up again. Meanwhile, David Brent has been using the services of a dating agency and, in between making celebrity appearances in nightclubs, he meets up for drinks with a rather disappointing selection of single women. The office Christmas party kicks off like any other but there are a few surprises in store...

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #17 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    With his career on the slide, a massive tax bill, and his wife divorcing him, showbiz dwarf Warwick Davis is forced to open his doors to a film crew 24/7. He seeks advice from old pals Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but Liam Neeson has beaten him to it.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  18. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - David Bowie
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #18 - David Bowie

    S2:E2

    The first episode of Andy's sitcom, "When the Whistle Blows" is getting harsh reviews but draws respectable viewing numbers. Andy begins to get recognized on the street and in pubs.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.2/10(25 votes)

    #19 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    Grieving over another loss, Tony asks his friends and co-workers for space, not sympathy. Later, he wrestles with what it means to move on.

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    Writer:N/A

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.2/10(32 votes)

    #20 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Brian (finally) convinces Tony and company to visit his apartment for a story. Meanwhile, Matt receives a distressing call from his son's school.

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.1/10(31 votes)

    #21 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Making an earnest attempt to be happy -- or at least not miserable -- Tony gives some long overdue recognition to those who have stood by him.

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(34 votes)

    #22 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Tony pushes back on Matt's idea to go on a blind date. Also, Tony makes an introduction and issues an uncharacteristic apology.

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  23. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Daniel Radcliffe
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Daniel Radcliffe

    S2:E3

    First comes the success, then the backlash and the British press aren't about to change the rules. Andy has incurred their wrath and needs an experienced P.R. guru to help him. On the set of his new film, Daniel Radcliffe is trying his staggeringly poor chat-up lines on anything female.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  24. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #24 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    All the old Broadhill faces are back, alongside some new ones. Derek's happy that his dad's moving in, while Tom and Hannah are taking things to another level.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
    Writer:N/A

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  25. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #25 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    There are job opportunities at Broadhill so Kev decides to clean up his act. Vicky's taste in men worries Hannah, while a visit from city boy Pete stirs things up for Derek.

    Director:Ricky Gervais
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Ricky Gervais Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode directed by Ricky Gervais. It scored 9/10 based on 6 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 1/30/2013 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Episode 6".