Life's Too Short
Series Overview
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".
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 7 Episodes
30 min per episode
2011 – 2011
Premiered: Thu, Nov 10, 2011
Ricky Gervais
Stephen Merchant
Warwick DavisLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 7: “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.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Making of Life's Too Short - BBCOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2011-10-27
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Warwick Davis
Charlie Hanson, Ricky Gervais, Mark Freeland, Stephen Merchant
Department Leadership Roster
Charlie Hanson
Producer
Anna Higginson
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
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What is Life's Too Short about?
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".
How many seasons does Life's Too Short have?
Life's Too Short comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Life's Too Short?
Key cast members in Life's Too Short include Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson.
Who created or directed Life's Too Short?
Life's Too Short was developed and directed by Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Warwick Davis.