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Season 3 – After Life

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Tony had a perfect life -- until his wife Lisa died. After that tragic event, the formerly nice guy changed. After contemplating taking his life, Tony decides he would rather live long enough to punish the world by saying and doing whatever he likes. He thinks of it as a superpower -- not caring about himself or anybody else -- but it ends up being trickier than he envisioned when his friends and family try to save the nice guy that they used to know. Golden Globe winner Ricky Gervais stars in the comedy series, which he also writes and directs.
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John Doyle Globe and Mail 02/01/2022
It is by turns outrageous, uplifting, unflinching, sad, hilarious and angry. Go to Full Review Louis Chilton Independent (UK) 01/14/2022
2/5
Monologues about grief and recovery are painfully trite, painfully single-dimensional; it falls short of even syrupy fare like Ted Lasso. Go to Full Review Chris Bennion Daily Telegraph (UK) 01/14/2022
1/5
Hardcore fans of the show - which are legion - will mourn its passing, but for the rest of us, Gervais's maudlin curio remains a kind of purgatory. Go to Full Review Jack Walters Loud and Clear Reviews 01/18/2025
4.5/5
After Life may be over, but its timeless story will continue to be relevant many, many years from now. Go to Full Review Bill Brioux Brioux.tv 08/30/2022
The series ends at a fairgrounds and, to me anyway, there is something a little Felliniesque going on... Go to Full Review Martha K. Baker KDHX (St. Louis) 01/21/2022
The end of this elevating, energizing series may cause confusion, but the conversation that follows "After Life" will add one more layer to Gervais' admirable foundation. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Aye E Nov 24 Lost the touching emotional honesty and he just becomes a raging jerk who lost all of my sympathy and understanding. Unbearable to watch. I went from absolutely loving this show to absolutely hating it. And now I'm no longer a fan of Gervais, it just felt like it revealed a true hatred and fundamental misunderstanding of other people. See more Colin S Sep 4 I just feel...especially after three seasons...that the self pity is wearing thin. Many of the comedy moments are brilliant but the mourning is overdone. Three seasons was definitely streching it to the limit. Oh and does Penelope Wilton ever move from that bench? See more Rhys E Jun 16 I had to give up after episode 3 I don’t understand what’s funny about shouting the c word in someone’s stomach because a guy was trying to keep his baby happy or scattering a persons burnt remains on a pub carpet. The season does have the odd chuckle like the interview with the swingers but I’ve lost track of whether we’re supposed to be applauding this ‘honesty’ from Ricky’s character or detesting him. And I find it hard to have much empathy for a protagonist I detest so can’t really watch it and cringe anymore. See more Sherry C Apr 15 Just what I needed. Grief is emotional chemotherapy. No appetite, weight loss, hair loss. This show was/is as good as any therapy or Grief Group. S See more kim u Jan 31 this is the best show I've ever seen on dealing with the death of a loved one. So heartfelt but funny. Laugh and cry. See more ALAN B 12/23/2024 ...said it all in seasons 1 and 2...do not be afraid to shed a tear ..the end scenes and music pull at your heart strings...and leave you to assume your own ending...Best, real people series in YEARS...!! It will live on long after it finishes in your mind...Mr Gervais is a Genius..an absolute MUST SEE..! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Ricky Gervais

Creator

Ricky Gervais

Tony

Kerry Godliman

Lisa

Tom Basden

Matt

Tony Way

Lenny

David Bradley

Tony's Dad

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 14, 2022 Episode 1 Tony's cantankerous funk, which he calls a superpower, is taking a toll on his co-workers; a new writer starts at The Tambury Gazette. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 14, 2022 Episode 2 Thinking he has nothing to lose, Tony contemplates trying heroin; he babysits his nephew and starts to bond with Sandy. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 14, 2022 Episode 3 Tony hires a sex worker for an unexpected reason; a trip to the comedy club turns awkward; the nurse gives Tony a piece of her mind. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 14, 2022 Episode 4 Tony pushes back on Matt's idea to go on a blind date; Tony makes an introduction and issues an uncharacteristic apology. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 14, 2022 Episode 5 Brian finally convinces Tony and company to visit his apartment for a story; Matt receives a distressing call from his son's school. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 14, 2022 Episode 6 In an earnest attempt to be happy, or at least not miserable, Tony gives some long overdue recognition to those who have stood by him. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Ricky Gervais
Executive Producer
Ricky Gervais, Duncan Hayes
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Jan 14, 2022
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