SummaryThe definitive documentary on beloved comedian Martin Short, using intimate, never-before-seen archive footage alongside exclusive interviews.
Directed By:Lawrence Kasdan
Marty, Life Is Short
Metascore
Generally Favorable
68
User score
Generally Favorable
7.0
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
68
88% Positive
7 Reviews
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May 13, 2026
91
The new Netflix documentary Marty, Life Is Short is a portrait of the man and the artist, that prioritizes heart and affection and doesn't pretend otherwise. And it’s not just affection for the film’s subject.
May 12, 2026
75
Marty, Life Is Short allows you to be a fly on the wall for all that relentless merriment while reminding you to enjoy your own life while you can.
May 12, 2026
75
While it’s a bit disheartening to see such a unique performer given such a traditional bio-doc, what comes through in “Life is Short” is the affection for its subject from pretty much everyone he’s ever worked with.
May 12, 2026
70
Though the documentary remains fairly light overall, its brief reflections on grief land with genuine poignancy.
May 12, 2026
70
Marty, Life Is Short is, as much as anything, a documentary about not being defined by failure or tragedy.
May 13, 2026
63
The biggest revelation in the latest “the funny person behind the facade” documentary, Marty: Life is Short may be how beloved Short is within show business.
User score
Generally Favorable
7.0
78% Positive
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11% Mixed
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11% Negative
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1 Rating
Jun 20, 2026
8
Comedian Martin Short, in his own words and those of his closest friends. Although the documentary’s pace feels a little slow, it is well justified by his life story, which includes moments both good and bad.
Jun 17, 2026
7
This documentary is a treat for fans of Martin Short and the many celebrities in his orbit as it reveals many glimpses into their personal lives, with surprising anecdotes throughout.
Production Company:
- Imagine Documentaries
Release Date:May 12, 2026
Duration:1 h 39 m
Rating:TV-14
Awards
Television Critics Association Awards
• 1 Nomination
