Instagram/Martin Short & Steve Mart TV Explore the legendary career of Martin Short in *Marty, Life is Short*, a Netflix doc with unseen footage and intimate interviews. May 2, 2026 AceShowbiz - Martin Short is widely regarded not just as a national treasure but as a continental one, thanks to his remarkable career as a Canadian comic actor and Hollywood star. Now, a new Netflix documentary titled Marty, Life is Short aims to honor his enduring legacy. The documentary is directed by Lawrence Kasdan, a highly respected filmmaker known for works such as The Big Chill, Wyatt Earp, and Body Heat.