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News: Production Begins in London on HBO’s New Comedy Series, “Life’s Too Short”

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  • June 22, 2011

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Fans of the comedy genre, rejoice! There’s a new series coming from Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, creators of the Golden Globe-winning BBC comedy series The Office, and HBO series Extras and The Ricky Gervais Show.  Production has begun in London on Life’s Too Short, a new show for HBO. The seven-episode series will debut on BBC Two later this year and on HBO in 2012.

The new series is a faux documentary starring actor Warwick Davis (Willow, the Harry Potter and Star Wars films) as a fictionalized version of himself:  a down-and-out little person desperately trying to hustle and connive his way back into the spotlight.

Each episode will feature cameos by top stars, including Johnny Depp, Sting and Steve Carell, along with Gervais and Merchant playing themselves in minor roles.  Other cast regulars include Jo Enright as Davis’ wife Sue, and Rosamund Hanson as his assistant Cheryl.

Life’s Too Short is written, directed and executive produced by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant; produced by Charlie Hanson.

Linda

Love TV, movies, and books--mostly mysteries, with a good love story thrown in every now and then. I have four adopted dogs who I adore. I love trying new recipes, and enjoy eating what I make. English language perfectionist. Reading in bed, Italian food, warm weather, the beach, all types of games = favs!

Linda

Love TV, movies, and books--mostly mysteries, with a good love story thrown in every now and then. I have four adopted dogs who I adore. I love trying new recipes, and enjoy eating what I make. English language perfectionist. Reading in bed, Italian food, warm weather, the beach, all types of games = favs!