No, it’s not cruel. Nor is it funny imo.
I guess I may be in the minority for not liking Rickey Gervais’ sardonic wit. Nor the grotesque*** character he invented for “The Office”
I also hate Raymond and his dysfunctional family. Think Jerry Seinfeld is as funny as cancer.
**by that I mean a type of comedic character. Eg Dame Edna . Norman Gunstan, and Mrs Brown.
I have to admit, Norman had his moments. The interview with Paul and Linda McCartney is very funny, imo.: