Derek

It's hilarious, and sad, and ironic, and rich.

It may be the nicest show you'll ever see.

Derek is an honest and often charming endeavor.

The existential aspects of Derek are its best traits (and yes, there will be a second season). The drama and comedy elements are more of a mixed bag.

There's an appeal to the gentle spirit of Derek but it would have a stronger pull if the plotting was less dull.

Gervais's efforts to adhere to a coming-of-age formula with a bit of regard for life as it's actually lived are admirable, but his vision is incomplete and often borders on smug.

An episode of The Office or Extras would be wasted on Derek; he’s completely happy when he’s watching an online video of little piggies and bunnies doing cute things. Derek has all the creative ambition of one of those videos, and Gervais has cast himself as the cutest bunny.