The saddest part of Tony's story is it seems - I think like most of us - we wait until we've lost someone before we become the best version of ourselves. The version we could have been for them.

I don’t think Ricky Gervais is ever given the credit for just how good an actor he is , we tend to concentrate on his tremendous ability as a writer but he is an incredible actor , as these scenes demonstrate.

The moment she mentions her name is Lisa just made me bust into tears. The amount of acting he did to bring the emotion to that scene of trying to stay positive while almost breaking down is honestly incredible. Thank you Ricky

i love when the kid asks if he believes in heaven he says yes even though he is so against the idea because he knows thats what the kid needs to hear

"If you want to be an Angel you have to do it while you're alive." Truth, such truth.

One of the best tv shows ever made such an emotional rollercoaster laughing one minute then in buckets of tears the next ricky Gervais is a genius...always make special memories with the ones you love you don't know when you might lose them

A devout and proud atheist telling a dying child that heaven definitely exists and that he believes it. Understanding the child's need for faith is just so upsetting. So sad and pure.

My wife died 17 years ago. When she died our children were 15, 13, and 10. Today they are 32, 30, and 28. There is so much she wasn't here to see, graduations, their careers, a wedding, our first grandchild coming in late August of 2023. I know she can see from Heaven but it isn't the same as her telling them face to face how proud she is of them. We all miss her.

Ricky Gervais has never written anything bad. He's an absolute genius. Comedy or drama he really gets you

Holly molly, those scenes with the kids, just heartbreaking, so sweet and innocent, god bless all kids

I lost my sweet wife Pam in the fall of 2019. I watched this entire series and cried during most episodes because it hit so very close to home. I even watch these clips to simply cry because there is a strange healing power in tears. It's almost as if Ricky Gervais lost his wife in real life because he expresses all the feelings I've had the past 2 years. Oh how I wish my experience were not real but only a tv show. Nonetheless, I truly appreciate this outstanding show. For those that may be interested I do a podcast on grief and loss. It's available from all the major podcast providers. Look for "Love Letters to Pam" - The Jack Church Show. In a weird kind of way doing the show helps me in the healing process just like watching After Life helps as well.

Afterlife was probably one of the best comedies I’ve ever seen, it balanced comedy and sadness, brilliantly written and acted

Lenny was such a quiet angel and good friend . The way he looked at Tony in the hospital when the children talked to him 🤗. What did he see in the lens of his camera in the final shot 😢

My sister died. I was so angry…angry at the moon and the stars…this series was so insightful.

1:23. Chokes me up suffen rotten. Imagine being that person. The person you love is dead and the tape in your head just replays your cynicism taking hope away just when they need it most. Brilliant acting and writing.

When he says about his wife dying 'I hope she wasn't scared'. That was my exact thought when my wife was dying, I was holding her hand & so scared she was feeling scared. I guess we all feel that way about loved ones...

Writers of soap operas would give their right arm to achieve what Ricky has done! Authentic, emotive, beautiful and human.

“You’re my Angel, Tony” that part got me 😢

‘Hope she wasn’t scared’ 🥲………I’ve just watched the 3 series….I laughed and cried buckets 🥲❤️ those beautiful children, so innocent …..’do you believe in heaven?’ 🥲

My wife and I binged "After Life" and so didn't know that was the last episode until were crying like babies. We were taken completely by surprise and knew this was the end when we were soaked with tears and hope. "I've looked at life from both sides now..."

Masterpiece isn’t a good enough word to describe this , Ricky had us all in floods of tears most emotional tv I’ve ever seen !

I lost my wife to cancer in 2010, the pain gets further away but is always there. The loss changes you….

The laugh when he says “yeah!” And the crying along with it has brought tears to my eyes every time he interviews the little girls. I’m such a fool for watching this again and again.

30 year old man I am and the scene when the kid says or when I go to heaven absolutely broke my heart. It hits home so hard when you have children their age which i do and it hurts to know the parents and family have to go through this. If I could switch my place with these beautiful young kids so they could live a full life I would in a heart beat.

When my little sister was killed at 20 years of age, my mum, my brother and I said that we would tell each other how much we loved each other and would never not work things out of one of us was upset, not leave on angry words. We always hugged and said 'I love you' and saw each other despite distance. When my bother fell ill he stopped talking to me and I kept writing him to tell him that I loved him. Before he died his daughter told me that he would sit reading my letter and crying but still didn't phone. I call my mother every day and see her as often as I can as I live abroad. She is 90 and knows that she won't be with me for long so we make the most of it. I loved this series, love Gervais, so much depth.

Omg do you believe in heaven Tony's face when he said definitely. Such compassion

The scene with the bald girls broke me and then you have the moment when he talked with the boy with cancer and that just beat me while I was down

The angels conversation is by far my favourite scene

I had my own Lisa, she didn’t die she ran off with my best friend, the pain I felt and still feel is like nothing I wish on anybody and watching this knocks the wind out of my sails, such a beautiful series.

Just finished the 3 series for the first time, one of the most beautiful things I’ve watched

I can’t imagine watching it again, because just thinking about it breaks my heart and I start crying like a baby. Already crying

The fact that his character shift and dynamic from episode one to the end shifted this much makes for a beautiful story to tell. That no matter how hurt you believe you are nothing in the world can make you better until you start to make the world around you better, which is exactly what Tony did. Perfect show, with a perfect representation of how to deal with the pain of losing someone. I’ve been there, and this hit really close to home. What a show.

@4:58 that "Yeah" just broke me.

This show was so profoundly beautiful, and written perfectly. You'll need one bucket for tears of laughter, and another for tears of sadness. Throughout the entire show I found myself looking inward.

Thank you Ricky for giving us this brilliant gift. I am a retired pediatric nurse with a Master's degree in Oncology, and you hit each and every nail straight on.RM

I laughed and cried throughout. I've never seen a tv show that affected me so. Magical.

Ricky Gervais is an absolute genius talent , his writing, directing and acting is utter perfection 🙏

For being known as a comedian and all round funny guy this performance from Ricky Gervais is superb.Brought me to tears

4:40 is when the tears were triggered. The acting and the background music hit just right, beautiful moment ❤️

Condolences to all the people that have lost loved ones 😢

I think Tony Way's looking at Tony when asked questions by the children on the cancer ward is so powerful. Knowing the impact of the girls name also being Lisa and the fact Tony does not believe in Heaven will have on him emotionally. Shows he was a really good friend. Fantastic show about the struggles with grief and loss

Ricky is such an incredible actor.

My partner and I watched this whilst she was going through treatment for breast cancer, it fecking hit hard, her surgery, hair loss etc. We’d binge watch and be sobbing all the way through it, fearing the worst. Fortunately she has had the all clear for 2 years now, the Afro of chemo curls is a small price to pay. Great series that puts things into perspective!

I think this series touched me like no other . Cried in almost every episode

I loveRicky Gervais. He has a beautiful soul.

An absolutely incredible piece of writing that pulls you in all directions and ultimately makes you fully appreciate what you have. Thank you for letting us be part of this Ricky Gervais.

I cried so many times throughout this show. Outstanding.

I love Ricky, he’s absolutely hilarious - but his genius extends way past comedy and can take my breath away with these heartwarming/heartbreaking scenes too. I haven’t seen much of Afterlife, but even just watching this I had a tear in my eye, especially the scenes with the little kids 🥺🙏🏼💔 Cant watch an episode of Derek without crying like a baby either... Whatever magic it is that Gervais works in these moments never fails to have an effect on me. 💖👏🏼🥰 Just one of the many reasons I love him!

Most people know Ricky Gervais for his stand-up comedy but he is an even better actor, writer, and scriptwriter. This series is maybe the most moving work ever put on the screen. I have many of these scenes memorized and they leave me in tears every time I see them.

Ricky bought me peace whilst suffering grief myself, he opened peoples minds to disabled and the elderly though derek, made people respect animals, he also destroyed the fakeness of holywood, for me the best famous person ever, he was in a cheesy 80s band to, very clever man with heart hed be a saint he wouldnt want it though, a realist long live Ricky gervais.

„Making your tea“ „Yeah“ Broke me like twig.

The last episode was incredible. It tied up so many loose ends in the story. Ricky is a genius.

Can we just talk about the last word said in this series. It was perfect. The "smile" is like a reminder for you to be happy.

Ricky knocked it out the park with this series . Very hard hitting.🙏

I truly believe that Ricky Gervais will come to be regarded as one of the foremost writers and actors of his generation. His skill, his range and his enormous talent are extraordinary. He portrays the depths and peaks of our human experiences with such sensitivity and care. Outstanding.

The best series I've ever seen. Ricky Gervais is a genius❣

such a beautiful show, heart breaking and heart warming all at the same time

I was never a fan of Ricky Gervais, but after watching "After Life" I've changed my mind! I laughed, but I cried a lot too. It's such a beautiful story. The ending was a surprise for me, but I got it too... Life is never a neat little package tied with a bow. Thanks for a beautifully written series RG. 🙂😢😊

Seeing this after my own wife passed away definitely hits you different…

I don't think i have ever seen another series that made me laugh or cry so much within the same episodes as Afterlife. Ricky Gervais is for me one of the most talented writers, actors and comedians the world has ever or will ever see. Just this short snippet had me blubbing like a baby all over again but i am so grateful for his work as i know i am human.

This series is the single most stunning piece of television I’ve had the pleasure (and deep abiding pain) of watching! I frequently go back to watch it again!

This entire series captures, kindness, empathy and compassion at many moments to a tee. The awareness and insight of grief and its complexity demonstrated in depth so well. Highlights the profound impact of the generosity of one's heart.Thank you!

I can't believe how talented this guy is , really talented and a gift.

I remember coming up to an accident in New York one day. People just driving by. I saw a mom holding her little daughter and crying leaning against her car. I blocked the lane with my car and then got out and comforted them as much as I could. I was reassuring and told them that the ambulance was on the way. Once it got close I told her I had to go to make room for it. She grabbed my arm and asked if I was her guardian angel. Took the wind out of the sails for me. I almost lost it. I said I am just someone who cares and you'll be okay. Then I left. Never saw them again.

Absolutely brilliant! In each of every 30-minute episode you will laugh, cry, love, think… One of the best works I’ve seen in many years. Perfect performance of the actors; scenarios, music… just SO touching, and yet, you’ll feel great after each episode. At the end, we should at least we should have learned to look around and see the “angels” we have in our lives and enjoy every single minute with them. Great work and thanks to all the team. Thank you, Mr Gervais!

The story, the script, the feelings, emotions, learnings, and music score! What an amazing show! ❤️

Glade I watched this! Going through a tough time but this video helped reminded me that there is more to life. I definitely needed to cry.

I've never laughed and cried as much asI did whilst watching this increasable series. Thank you Ricky, you're a genius!!!

A 7 minute video made me want to watch the whole show. Most underrated actor.

I cried so much watching this series.

That "YEAH" just broke my heart

Comedians are often times some of the best drama actors you can get. There's so many times people are shocked by raw and real performances from actors known mostly for comedy. Robin Williams is another big one that comes to mind.

I totally get this. My wife died in June 2021. It's been well over a year now, and I feel the same way. About the only thing that keeps me from suicide is the four cats (a mother cat and her three kittens) that my wife and I rescued in 2019. Even when she was in the hospital or, later, a nursing home, she would always ask me "how are the kitties doing?" So I have to take care of them now. Other than that, my life's pretty much over. I live like a recluse now... my only contact with others is with store clerks.

This is one of the most awesome programs ever and Ricky’s writing is incredible so moving, his complete series will go on for a 100 years incredible x thanks Ricky x

This show hits me in every way. His deep breaths when thinking about or watching something about his deceased wife. Not caring about death anymore. Getting annoyed when people talk about you meeting someone else, like you can replace your wife and best friend. I miss you so much, Eva my love. I hope someday we will meet again...

This show literally changed my whole perspective about life because of Ricky Gervais, even though im still young and im at my late teens now and i cant bare the fact that when times continually goes faster as i get older and seeing my loved ones are getting also older with grey hair and their bodies are worn out in their primes and cant able to do stuff they want since they're younger. I'm probably gonna change my social circle after this and im stepping out of mg comfort zone that i want to do things i really go after it until its over.

You'll know you have a heart when you watch this .

5:00 that "yeh" always get's me is like that's exactly like he remembers her.

I watched all 10 episodes one go . Ripped my heart out cried so much . Touched me so much . Watch many times . It's same every time .I can't control my sadness .

I lost my wonderful husband in 2014. He was 50 years old. He’d had a minor surgery, had a blood clot break free, and three weeks to the day of that surgery, he died. 14 minutes was all it took to crush my life to smithereens. I never got suicidal, but I was indifferent to living, for a short period of time. Until you face an empty house for the first time, or worse yet, your bed, you really cannot know what it’s like. But life waits for no man. You HAVE to go on. You can wish for things to be different, but the sooner you realize this is YOUR new normal, the better. Love your mate, live for today, because tomorrow is not promised to any of us, and talk about EVERYTHING, that way there’s no regrets. The best gift my hubby gave me was the strength to move on, without him, because we can’t live our lives looking back through the rear view mirror.

When Millie asked "Where is she?" I cried.

I loved this series! It is one of the best I have seen in years. Most importantly because the characters were so real and well interacting that I really cared about each one of them and shared their joy and sadness. The topic was relatively depressing, but at the same time important and not often adressed.

I have just binge-watched all three series and it is the best thing I have watched on Netflix, I was never sure of Ricky Gervais, but he is truly one of the most genius, writers and actors...bloody marvelous

This series is a roller coaster of emotions. Such a good and the most human tv show i've ever seen. Love it. So personal, and it hits on so many levels in every episode. 10/10.

No matter how many times I watch this, I still bawl 😢

A masterpiece, a masterclass. From laughter to tears in a heartbeat, how a comedic genius produced a truly spectacular series. A representation of life. Tears, happiness, sadness in the blink of an eye. Thank you

The part when tony said I'll come every day until you're better and then the little girl said or until i go to heaven really got me i started to burst out in tears 😭 i feel so sorry

The best real to life's journey we go thru..so real to life...heart-felt. Thank you we needed this in this world today!!

When that little kid asked if he believed in heaven and he took a second and said "definitely" made me bawl my eyes out, still does. Tony has grown so much since the start of the series and that for me was the moment when he completed his transformation.

Why do you do this to me...why do I do this to myself...I knew I was gonna cry watching this... still couldn't help myself ... crying like a baby

Ricky Is an amazing man. A great comic and actor. Really underrated.

When she said my name is Lisa i started crying at loud. This show was the best show I've watched in a long time. I know it's a show, but it was so real..

Just when I haven't gotten over the passing of Sean Lock, the 3rd series broke me apart. I laughed like a lunatic and cried buckets watching the series. This is genuinely the best series ever made in my opinion.

What a amazing story, a amazing part, amazing cast........all played and told perfectly

What brilliant actors they had in this show

The saddest part about life is when the person that gave you the best memories, becomes a memory.😭

The most heartbreaking show out there that I have seen. It’s just like picturing Nick Cave’s Into My Arms, both beautiful and incredibly moving. Great work Ricky.

Unbelievably heartbreaking. I have lost two very close friends to cancer. The experience of their loss is like no other feeling, because one minute they are there and then in a blink of an eye they are gone, for ever.

The "do you believe in heaven" part is so heart wrenching.

One of the funniest, wicked andmost heartwarming series ever Thank you Rickie andthe rest of the cast❤