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The Best Episodes Written By Ricky Gervais

Every TV Episode Written by Ricky Gervais Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

Ricky Gervais Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode written by Ricky Gervais. It scored 9.4/10 based on 5 votes. It was directed by Ricky Gervais. It aired on 1/30/2013 and is rated 0.4 points higher than their second-best episode, "Episode 6".

  • Episode 1
    9.4/105 votes

    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/30/2013

    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: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 6
    9.0/105 votes

    #2 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/6/2013

    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

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 6
    8.6/1018 votes

    #3 - Episode 6

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 4/24/2020

    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.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Orlando Bloom
    8.5/104 votes

    #4 - Orlando Bloom

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/2006

    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: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 3
    8.5/102 votes

    #5 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 5/7/2014

    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.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 2
    8.4/109 votes

    #6 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2/6/2013

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

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 3
    8.4/108 votes

    #7 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2/13/2013

    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.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 4
    8.4/108 votes

    #8 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/20/2013

    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.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 5
    8.3/1026 votes

    #9 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/8/2019

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

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 6
    8.3/1025 votes

    #10 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/8/2019

    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.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 5
    8.3/109 votes

    #11 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/27/2013

    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.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Kate Winslet
    8.2/104 votes

    #12 - Kate Winslet

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/4/2005

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

    Director: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Sir Ian McKellen
    8.2/104 votes

    #13 - Sir Ian McKellen

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/12/2006

    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: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 5
    8.2/1018 votes

    #14 - Episode 5

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 4/24/2020

    The curtains go up on the community theater revue and things go about as well as can be expected. Tony receives devastating news.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • The Convict
    8.1/1033 votes

    #15 - The Convict

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 11/30/2006

    Angela and Kevin were trying to figure out where extra money in the budget came from. Jan let them know it was money Dunder-Mifflin received for hiring an ex-convict. Michael swore he never hired an ex-convict. Jan informed him that the person must have come from the merger.

    Director: Jeffrey Blitz

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 4
    8.1/1028 votes

    #16 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/8/2019

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

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 3
    8.1/1019 votes

    #17 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 4/24/2020

    A turn of events at the paper hits Sandy hard. Roxy and Pat share a meal, and Tony tries to support Matt's desire to get back out there.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 4
    8.1/1018 votes

    #18 - Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 4/24/2020

    Tony interviews a local woman addicted to corrective surgery. Later, he holds back the snark in hopes of cheering up Kath.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Samuel L. Jackson
    8.0/104 votes

    #19 - Samuel L. Jackson

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/18/2005

    Andy and Maggie are this time working on an action movie starring Samuel L Jackson. Andy finds himself cornered into a friendship with an incredibly over-friendly middle-aged Welshman also working on the set. Maggie finds herself attracted to black actor Danny on set, but isn't sure how to talk to him because of his race.

    Director: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • David Bowie
    8.0/104 votes

    #20 - David Bowie

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/2006

    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: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Charity
    8.0/1015 votes

    #21 - Charity

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/28/2002

    It's Comic Relief Day and the staff of Werhnam Hogg all do their bit to raise money including Dawn, whose 'kisses for 1' stand finally provides Tim with the opportunity he's been waiting for. But when David can only produce a draft of his new gameshow concept in place of an important company report, Neil and Jennifer draw the line and inform him that he is being made redundant.

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Interview
    8.0/1015 votes

    #22 - Interview

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/2002

    Although slightly peeved that the staff seem to be taking his redundancy in their stride, David's spirits remain high as he plans his future while also being interviewed for an article in 'Inside Paper'. Tim takes drastic action when he learns that Dawn has resigned in order to move to the USA with boyfriend Lee. However, when David is told that his services as a motivational speaker are also no longer required he sinks to his lowest ebb and begs Neil to reconsider the dismissal. But is it too late?

    Director: Ricky Gervais

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 4
    8.0/101 votes

    #23 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 12/1/2011

    During messy divorce negotiations, Warwick asks Ricky and Stephen for personal advice. Meanwhile, he moves into a new apartment and seeks election as chairman of the Society of People of Small Stature.

    Director: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 5
    8.0/101 votes

    #24 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 12/8/2011

    Warwick seeks spiritual guidance, and following a visit to the dating agency where he met his wife, he embarks on a quest to find a new partner.

    Director: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais

  • Episode 6
    8.0/101 votes

    #25 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/15/2011

    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: Stephen Merchant

    Writer: Ricky Gervais