The Extra (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film
Released in 1998, The Extra is a comedy film directed by Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Director Alfred Cheung (Her Fatal Ways) skewers contemporary Hong Kong in the hilarious satire The Extra! Alfred Cheung stars as an unemployed film extra who considers employment in a bawdy Category III film to make ends meet. The truth is he'd rather not participate in something so sordid, but with the Asian Financial Crisis casting a threatening shadow over 1998 Hong Kong, a guy has to do what's necessary just to survive! And if that means sacrificing a little pride - or even baring some skin - then so be it! Thanks to its uncommon script, The Extra manages to take Hong Kong film industry and use it as a springboard for an intelligent and satirical take on the greater problems facing average Hong Kong citizens. Plus it makes time for laughs, and features a galaxy of familiar Hong Kong Cinema names, including Christine Ng, Simon Lui, Law Ka Ying, Almen Wong Pui Ha, and Francis Ng.
Who’s in it. The Extra stars Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting, Francis Ng, Law Kar-Ying and Christine Ng, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Extra page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Extra tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Extra (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Extra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Extra?
- The Extra stars Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting, Francis Ng, Law Kar-Ying, Christine Ng and May Law Koon-Lan.
- When was The Extra released?
- The Extra was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.