Life's Too Short
*Life's Too Short* is a British sitcom mockumentary created and written by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, based on an idea by Warwick Davis. As described by Gervais, the series is about "the life of a showbiz dwarf."
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- 1.01Episode 1Nov 10, 2011Rate
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.
- 1.02Episode 2Nov 17, 2011Rate
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.
- 1.03Episode 3Nov 24, 2011Rate
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.
- 1.04Episode 4Dec 1, 2011Rate
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.
- 1.05Episode 5Dec 8, 2011Rate
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.
- 1.06Episode 6Dec 15, 2011Rate
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.
- 1.07Episode 7Dec 20, 2011Rate
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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