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About Life's Too Short

Life's Too Short is a comedy TV series that premiered on BBC Two on November 10, 2011. It has 1 season and 7 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 7, aired on December 20, 2011.

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".

  • Comedy

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Episodes

7 episodes · 1 season

Miniseries

2011 · 7 episodes · Last episode: 14 years ago

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    7. Episode 7

    Finale

    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.

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    6. Episode 6

    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.

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    5. Episode 5

    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.

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    4. Episode 4

    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

Cast & crew

Created by Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Warwick Davis

  • Jo Enright

    Jo Enright

    Sue

  • Steve Brody

    Steve Brody

    Accountant

  • Rosamund Hanson

    Rosamund Hanson

    Cheryl

  • Liam Neeson

    Liam Neeson

    Liam Neeson

  • Johnny Depp

    Johnny Depp

    Johnny Depp

  • Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena Bonham Carter

  • Raymond Griffiths

    Raymond Griffiths

    Ray

  • Steve Carell

    Steve Carell

    Steve Carell

  • Jon Key

    Anthony

  • Kerry Godliman

    Kerry Godliman

    Neighbour

  • Colin Hoult

    Colin Hoult

    Bryan

  • Cat Deeley

    Cat Deeley

    Cat Deeley

  • Matthew Holness

    Matthew Holness

    Ian

  • Sting

    Sting

    Sting

  • Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    Sophie Ellis Bextor

  • Les Dennis

    Les Dennis

    Les Dennis

Life's Too Short FAQ

Will there be new episodes of Life's Too Short?

Life's Too Short has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on December 20, 2011.

When did the latest episode of Life's Too Short come out?

The most recent episode of Life's Too Short, Season 1 Episode 7, aired on December 20, 2011.

How many seasons of Life's Too Short are there?

Life's Too Short has 1 season with 7 episodes in total.

When did Life's Too Short first air?

Life's Too Short first aired on BBC Two on November 10, 2011.

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