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Life's Too Short
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".
- Created by:
- Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Warwick Davis
- Cast:
- Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United Kingdom
- Network:
- BBC Two
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E01
Episode 1
★ 8.1Episode 1
2011-11-10 · 30mWith 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.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 8.0Episode 2
2011-11-17 · 30mWarwick 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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E03
Episode 3
★ 6.8Episode 3
2011-11-24 · 30mAfter 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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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.7Episode 4
2011-12-01 · 30mDuring 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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E05
Episode 5
★ 8.0Episode 5
2011-12-08 · 30mWarwick 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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E06
Episode 6
★ 8.5Episode 6
2011-12-15 · 30mWarwick 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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E07
Episode 7
★ 8.8Episode 7
2011-12-20 · 30mWarwick 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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Warwick Davis
Warwick Davis
Ricky Gervais
Ricky Gervais
Stephen Merchant
Stephen Merchant
Shaun Williamson
Shaun Williamson