Natalie Cassidy Thrilled by TV Star’s Work Invitation
Natalie Cassidy has expressed her excitement after receiving a surprising invitation from Ricky Gervais to collaborate on a new project. Cassidy, best known for her role in EastEnders, feels like she has hit the jackpot with this opportunity.
Natalie Cassidy Joins Ricky Gervais in Animated Series
The collaboration comes as part of Gervais’s upcoming animated series titled Alley Cats, set to premiere on Netflix in 2026. This adult animated comedy will consist of six 15-minute episodes featuring a star-studded cast, including:
- Ricky Gervais
- Tom Basden
- Andrew Brooke
- David Earl
- Kerry Godliman
- Jo Hartley
- Diane Morgan
- Natalie Cassidy
- Tony Way
The Surprise Phone Call
Natalie Cassidy shared her experience during an appearance on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show. She recounted her disbelief when Gervais called her directly, turning her day from ordinary to extraordinary. Cassidy mentioned:
“I just did the school run, and he said, ‘Hello Natalie, it’s Ricky Gervais here.’ I just couldn’t believe it.”
Ricky Gervais asked her to provide a voice for one of the characters in the show, which led her to spend two amazing days in the studio alongside him and his team.
Details of Alley Cats
The series Alley Cats explores the lives of feral British cats seeking companionship in a comedic way. Gervais described his character as “a fat, lazy, rude, opinionated creature with fangs, who’s not as smart or brave as he thinks he is.”
Fans of Gervais have already expressed their enthusiasm for the new project, hoping to see familiar elements from his previous works.
Conclusion
Natalie Cassidy views this collaboration as a highlight of her career, feeling privileged to work with Gervais and his talented team. She stated that watching him improvise was a surreal experience, affirming her admiration for his work.
Stay tuned for more updates on Alley Cats and the contributions of its esteemed voice cast.
