From the creators of *The Office*, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, comes the brilliant comedy *Extras*. The series follows the life of Andy Millman, a frustrated actor relegated to working as a background performer on film sets. Alongside his kind but socially inept best friend, Maggie Jacobs, Andy navigates the bizarre world of show business, desperately hoping for a speaking line. Each episode features a famous guest star, like Kate Winslet or Daniel Radcliffe, playing a comically unflattering version of themselves. The show masterfully blends cringe-worthy humor with surprisingly poignant moments as it charts Andy's quest for fame and the hollow reality he finds. This critically acclaimed BBC Two series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.
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Extras is a British comedy series that originally aired on BBC Two. Created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, the show follows Andy Millman, an aspiring actor who struggles to move beyond working as a film extra. Each episode features guest appearances from celebrities playing exaggerated versions of themselves, adding humor and awkward situations for Andy and his quirky best friend Maggie. The show satirizes the entertainment industry while exploring themes like fame, friendship, and personal ambition. With its clever writing and cringe-worthy moments, Extras received critical acclaim for its unique style of comedy. The series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns with new episodes or special content in the future.
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Andy Millman is an actor with ambition and a script. Reduced to working as an extra with a useless agent, Andy's attempts to boost his career invariably end in failure and embarrassment.
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