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Filming for the second series of Ricky Gervais' sitcom Derek has started today – with the cast claiming “they don't want it to end”.

Created by Ricky, Derek is being filmed in London and will air on Channel 4 next year followed by the Netflix US premiere, also in 2014.

The cast of the show, set around a care home, includes Kerry Godliman, Karl Pilkington and Gervais in the lead role of Derek.

Tweeting from on-set in West London, Kerry said: “First scene on Derek S2 shot. We've only just started and I don't want it to end.”

Gervais said: “Derek is probably my favourite thing of everything I've done, so I can't wait to start thinking up some new adventures for the gang.”

The first series of Derek, which drew large audiences and critical acclaim, is out on DVD and Blu Ray from November 11.

Phil Clarke, C4's Head of Comedy said: “I am delighted that Derek is coming back for a second run on Channel 4. It's an original comic vision, brave, funny and touching, with a star performance at its heart. It has already garnered a loyal following.”

Gervais will take a break from filming Derek next month to play another gig as The Office's David Brent. The show at the Colston Hall in Bristol sold out in just five minutes.