Life's Too Short

30min

Comedy

Documentary

Life's Too Short is a British sitcom mockumentary created and written by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant from an idea by Warwick Davis, and is as described by Gervais, about "the life of a showbiz dwarf".

Episodes

Cast

Episode 1

1. Episode 1

30min

10th Nov 2011

With his career on the slide, a massive tax bill, and his wife divorcing him, showbiz dwarf Warwick Davis is forced to open his doors to a film crew 24/7. He seeks advice from old pals Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but Liam Neeson has beaten him to it.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

30min

17th Nov 2011

Warwick makes a humiliating guest appearance at a Star Wars wedding, but his fortune rises when Johnny Depp hires him to research a new movie role.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

30min

24th Nov 2011

After complaints that he takes all the best roles for himself, Warwick launches a website and creates showreels for his clients. But he still takes on a role opposite Helena Bonham Carter.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

30min

1st Dec 2011

During messy divorce negotiations, Warwick asks Ricky and Stephen for personal advice. Meanwhile, he moves into a new apartment and seeks election as chairman of the Society of People of Small Stature.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

30min

8th Dec 2011

Warwick seeks spiritual guidance, and following a visit to the dating agency where he met his wife, he embarks on a quest to find a new partner.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

30min

15th Dec 2011

Warwick throws a party in his new apartment to show it to his ex-wife and his new date Amy. But when Cat Deeley shows up, he can't resist being a player, and no one is impressed.

Episode 7

7. Episode 7

30min

20th Dec 2011

Warwick attends a charity event in the hope of hanging out with celebrities. However, in trying to impress Sting he ends up spending more than he can afford. Consequently he has to look for a new home and hopes Amy will see him again.

First air date

10th Nov 2011

Last air date

20th Dec 2011

Status

Ended

Type

Miniseries

Original language

en

Networks