Series synopsis
Life's Too Short is a British comedy television series that premiered on BBC Two on November 10, 2011. It ended on December 20, 2011. It was created by Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Warwick Davis. It stars Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Jo Enright.
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".
Premise
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".
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Warwick Davis as Warwick Davis
- Ricky Gervais as Ricky Gervais
- Stephen Merchant as Stephen Merchant
- Jo Enright as Sue
- Steve Brody as Accountant
- Shaun Williamson as Shaun Williamson
- Rosamund Hanson as Cheryl
Guest cast
- Liam Neeson as Liam Neeson
- Johnny Depp as Johnny Depp
- Helena Bonham Carter as Helena Bonham Carter
- Raymond Griffiths as Ray
- Steve Carell as Steve Carell
- Jon Key as Anthony
- Kerry Godliman as Neighbour
- Colin Hoult as Bryan
- Cat Deeley as Cat Deeley
- Matthew Holness as Ian
- Sting as Sting
- Sophie Ellis-Bextor as Sophie Ellis Bextor
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 9 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 2 | November 5, 2011 | March 30, 2013 |
| Season 1 | 7 | November 10, 2011 | December 20, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Making of Life's Too Short Ricky Gervais goes behind the scenes for a unique look at what to expect from the BBC2 series. Featuring clips and interviews with guest stars such as Sting and Johnny Depp. |
November 5, 2011 |
| 2 |
2013 Special Val Kilmer visits Warwick Davis to discuss a possible sequel to 'Willow'. Warwick also visits a spiritualist with Les Dennis, Keith Chegwin and Shaun Williamson. |
March 30, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 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. |
November 10, 2011 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 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. |
November 17, 2011 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 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. |
November 24, 2011 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Two |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 10, 2011 |
| Last aired | December 20, 2011 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Thursday at 21:30:00 |