Ricky plays Derek Noakes, a simple soul whose love for his job at a retirement home shines through. He also loves animals, Britain's Got Talent and Deal Or No Deal.
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Karl Pilkington also takes on his first acting role as Derek's best mate, and retirement home caretaker, Dougie.
A visit from the council sees the home facing closure, and manager Hannah sets about rallying the troops to raise funds to keep the place open.
During the crisis, a visit from the Meadway animal rescue centre and an outburst from Dougie put smiles back on everyone's faces.
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Derek, C4, 10pm
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