The Extra Day (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1956, The Extra Day is a comedy and drama film directed by William Fairchild, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Director William Fairchild's 1956 British comedy takes a peek into the private lives of various performers employed as extras in a new film that's currently shooting.
Who’s in it. The Extra Day stars Richard Basehart as Joe Blake, Simone Simon as Michele Blanchard, Josephine Griffin as Toni Howard and Laurence Naismith as Kurt Vorn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Extra Day has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Extra Day page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Extra Day tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Extra Day (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Extra Day change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Extra Day worth watching?
- The Extra Day holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Extra Day?
- The Extra Day stars Richard Basehart, Simone Simon, Josephine Griffin, Laurence Naismith and Sid James.
- When was The Extra Day released?
- The Extra Day was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.