Netflix Is A Daily Joke Ricky Gervais: A Joke About His Ideal Superpower
Jan 15, 2026
Ricky Gervais, the brilliant English comedian behind The Office, shares his unique take on superpowers. He humorously recounts how growing up in Reading made him realize that humor was his secret weapon. Gervais contrasts common superpower wishes with their potential real-life consequences. He cleverly reveals his ultimate superpower: the ability to make anyone instantly soil themselves to dodge danger. Dive into his world of provocative wit and sharp observations!
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Humour As A Childhood Lifesaver
- Ricky Gervais recalls growing up in Reading with nothing and says humour was like a lifesaver and a superpower.
- He describes an imagined superpower that would make anyone instantly shit themselves to escape danger.
Subtle Powers Beat Flashy Ones
- Gervais contrasts flashy powers like flight with subtle powers that leave no trace and therefore avoid retaliation.
- He suggests an invisible, embarrassing power would be more practical in real confrontations.
Escape Plan: Make Them Soil Themselves
- Gervais imagines a superpower that causes immediate soiling to neutralize threats like muggers.
- He demonstrates the scenario verbally: the mugger says "give me your wallet" and the power ends the threat.