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Size Up Martin Short in His New Documentary Marty, Life Is Short
Lawrence Kasdan’s film on the beloved comedian is now streaming.
Jan. 20, 2026
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From breakout success on SCTV and Saturday Night Live to scene-stealing roles in iconic films and a Tony-winning run on Broadway, Martin Short has built one of comedy’s most inventive and enduring careers. Now a new documentary takes an in-depth look at his more than five decades in the spotlight.
Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, Marty, Life Is Short combines never-before-seen archival footage and exclusive interviews with a star-studded list of friends and collaborators to tell Short’s story. The film premiered on May 12.
Marty, Life Is Short is produced by Sara Bernstein, Meredith Kaulfers, Christopher St. John, Justin Wilkes, Lawrence Kasdan, and Blair Foster. Imagine Entertainment founders Brian Grazer and Ron Howard are executive producers on the film.
Marty, Life Is Short is now streaming on Netflix.
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