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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".
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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".
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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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Jo Enright, Steve Brody, Rosamund Hanson, Liam Neeson
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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Rosamund Hanson, Johnny Depp
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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Rosamund Hanson, Helena Bonham Carter, Raymond Griffiths, Jon Key
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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Jo Enright, Steve Brody, Rosamund Hanson, Steve Carell, Jon Key, Kerry Godliman, Matthew Holness, Les Dennis
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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Steve Brody, Colin Hoult, Les Dennis, Kiruna Stamell
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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Jo Enright, Steve Brody, Rosamund Hanson, Cat Deeley, Matthew Holness, Les Dennis, Kiruna Stamell
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisWritten by Stephen Merchant, Ricky GervaisGuest stars Jo Enright, Steve Brody, Rosamund Hanson, Sting, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Kiruna Stamell, Scarlett Sabet
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Warwick DavisWarwick Davis
Ricky GervaisRicky Gervais
Stephen MerchantStephen Merchant
Jo EnrightSue
Steve BrodyAccountant
Shaun WilliamsonShaun Williamson
Rosamund HansonCheryl
Liam NeesonLiam Neeson
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