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    Size Up Martin Short in His New Documentary Marty, Life Is Short 

    Lawrence Kasdan’s new film on the beloved comedian is coming in May.

    Jan. 20, 2026

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 will take 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 premieres 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. 

Check back for more news about Marty, Life Is Short ahead of its May 12 premiere on Netflix. 

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