'Life's Too Short': Ricky Gervais, Warwick Davis HBO Comedy Releases Official Poster (EXCLUSIVE)

Ricky Gervais is returning to HBO in the faux documentary "Life's Too Short," starring "Star Wars" actor Warwick Davis and guest starring Gervais and a few of his famous friends.

"Life's Too Short," from Gervais and Stephen Merchant, is a fictional documentary about Davis' life as a little person who's down on his luck, struggling to get back into the spotlight. Davis plays a fictionalized version of himself and runs a talent agency for little people in show business, called "Dwarves for Hire," though he often takes the roles for himself. He also serves as a vice chairman of a society for little people.

Each episode will also feature cameos from some big names, including Johnny Depp, Liam Neeson, Sting, Helena Bonham Carter, Steve Carell and "So You Think You Can Dance" host Cat Deeley. Gervais and Merchant will also play themselves in supporting roles.

Other cast regulars include Jo Enright as Davis' soon to be ex-wife Sue, Rosamund Hanson as his dim-witted assistant, Steve Brody as his incompetent accountant and “EastEnders” actor Shaun Williamson as himself.

Take a look at the official artwork for the show. What do you think?

"Life's Too Short" premieres Sun., Feb. 19 at 10:30 p.m. EST on HBO. Check out the trailer for "Life's Too Short" below.

Comments

[RonnieSweet]

07:37 PM on 01/26/2012

This show has been roundly criticised in the UK. The plot is dreadful, the "gags" are around the fact that Warwick is a dwarf and Gervais, Merchant and the celebrities' appearances are inexplicable and pointless.

Don't believe the hype, this is the end of Gervais' career in the US....don't take my word for it, wait until you see how bad this really is.

[llikllasreeuq]

11:11 PM on 01/28/2012

You would love it if it was the end of his career wouldn't you? If this gets cancelled he can just create another series. Simple.
Weren't there enough fart/weed/penis jokes for you?

[myinkedpony]

05:27 AM on 01/26/2012

Have managed to see a few episodes and positively loved each one. Trying to be objective (a bit difficult when Gervais and Merchant are sitting side by side) - this is the caliber of writing found in The Office and Extras (my favorite). Warwick Davis is a fine actor, who now has a great platform for his accomplished comedic and dramatic talents. Looking forward to seeing the series complete. As a bonus, in the episodes I saw, Sean Williams shows up - a continuation of his career direction from Extras. And he's a scene stealer. It makes me believe in a higher power. Just kidding.

[Leadfarmer]

07:34 PM on 01/25/2012

Star Wars actor?

I would have credited Warwick Davis with his more recent work as Griphook, or as Willow!

[whodo1952]

04:55 PM on 01/25/2012

I can only assume that the kinder, milder, more subtile ricky, which came out to play at the golden globes, as if he was walking on egg shells, was projecting acceptance of his new ventures.

[DianePVK]

04:15 PM on 01/25/2012

I cannot WAIT to see this show. It looks so funny.

[Marc Francis]

04:13 PM on 01/25/2012

HUFFPOST TV CANADA => this video is not available in your country. don't you guys ever check these things? cantada.

[Gldnbrown]

03:14 PM on 01/25/2012

This show is hilarious and worth seeing. In November, I was in Spain and all they had in english was the BBC channel. My family and I watched this show and couldn't stop laughing. I was waiting for it to come to America. I will be watching.

[Emilybare]

01:44 PM on 01/25/2012

I won't be watching.

[llikllasreeuq]

11:09 PM on 01/28/2012

And one viewer will be missed. Yes, you are that important. I am telling the truth. I am not being sarcastic. You're the only one who counts in this world.

[beverlyamy1]

01:09 PM on 01/25/2012

oh no,dont steal his gold.