HBO has confirmed after several months of speculation that it will air Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s new comedy series ‘Life’s Too Short’ in 2012, Deadline is reporting. The seven-episode series, which was co-created by ‘The Office’ star and Stephen Merchant, will first debut on BBC Two in late 2011.

Much like ‘The Office’ and ‘Extras,’ which Gervais co-created with Merchant, ‘Life’s Too Short’ will be a faux documentary. It will feature 3 ft. 6 in. actor Warwick Davis, most remembered for his title role in the Leprechaun movies, as he tries to make his way back into the spotlight.

Gervais and Merchant will appear as themselves in minor roles. Cast regulars include Jo Enright, who will play Davis’ wife Sue, and Rosamund Hanson, who portrays his assistant Cheryl.

Written by: Karen Benardello