Life's Too Short
- TV sitcom
- BBC Two
- 2011 - 2013
- 8 episodes (1 series)
Mockumentary series about the life of dwarf actor Warwick Davis, written by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant. Also features Steve Brody, Rosamund Hanson, Jo Enright, Keith Chegwin, Les Dennis and Shaun Williamson
Episode menu
Series 1, Episode 1
Further details
With his career on the slide, a massive tax bill caused by his useless accountant, and a wife who's divorcing him, the showbiz actor has no choice but to open his doors to a film crew 24/7. Maybe living his life like an open wound will get him back on top?
In this first episode, Warwick seeks advice from old pals Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but Liam Neeson has beaten him to it.
The film crew charts Warwick's every move as he tries to maintain his pride and self respect in some very unusual situations.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Thursday 10th November 2011
- Time
- 9:30pm
- Channel
- BBC Two
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 15th November 2011 | 10:00pm | BBC2 |
| Sunday 27th April 2014 | 12:10am | Gold |
| Sunday 27th April 2014 | 10:00pm | Gold |
| Monday 21st July 2014 | 10:50pm | Gold |
| Tuesday 22nd July 2014 | 1:20am | Gold |
| Monday 1st September 2014 | 11:20pm | Gold |
| Tuesday 2nd September 2014 | 2:45am | Gold |
| Monday 12th January 2015 | 12:55am | Gold |
| Monday 12th January 2015 | 3:00am | Gold |
| Sunday 17th May 2015 | 1:00am | Gold |
| Sunday 17th May 2015 | 3:15am | Gold |
| Saturday 16th January 2016 | 1:10am | Gold |
Cast & crew
| Warwick Davis | Warwick |
| Ricky Gervais | Ricky |
| Stephen Merchant | Stephen |
| Steve Brody | Eric |
| Rosamund Hanson | Cheryl |
| Jo Enright | Sue |
| Shaun Williamson | Self |
| Peter Bonner | Little Pete / Maximus |
| Sarah Bennett | Ebony |
| Brian Wheeler | Ivory |
| Javone Prince | Passer By |
| Liam Neeson | Self |
| Ricky Gervais | Writer |
| Stephen Merchant | Writer |
| Ricky Gervais | Director |
| Stephen Merchant | Director |
| Charlie Hanson | Producer |
| Ricky Gervais | Executive Producer |
| Stephen Merchant | Executive Producer |
| Mark Freeland | Executive Producer |
| Richard Halladay (as Richard Halladey) | Editor |
| Graham Barker | Editor |
| Anna Higginson | Production Designer |
Videos
Liam's List
Liam Neeson visits Ricky and Stephen to declare his interest in working in comedy. He's even made a list...
View this clip on the BBC website
Featuring: Warwick Davis (Warwick), Ricky Gervais (Ricky), Stephen Merchant (Stephen) & Liam Neeson.
The Taxman
Warwick visits his accountant to discuss his outstanding tax bill.
View this clip on the BBC website
Featuring: Warwick Davis (Warwick) & Steve Brody (Eric).
Liam Neeson Outtake
Ricky can't keep a straight face when Liam Neeson joins the cast of Life's Too Short.
View this clip on the BBC website
Featuring: Warwick Davis (Warwick), Ricky Gervais (Ricky), Stephen Merchant (Stephen) & Liam Neeson.