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The Extras

7.519781h 26mMovieComedy

Hakky Ho (James Yi Lui) holds on to his love of acting and dreams of being a star despite the chaotic, brutal, low-paying, hilarious reality of life as an extra. He falls in love with fellow extra Siu-Fong (Idy Chan), but the star (Kenneth Tsang) wants her for his next extra-marital conquest.

DirectorYim Ho
WritersRonny Yu·Yim Ho
ProducersJimmy Yip Chi-ming·William Ho

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Cast · Directed by Yim Ho

JLJames Yi Lui
James Yi Lui
Hakky Ho
KTKenneth Tsang
Kenneth Tsang
Ting Chung
IYIdy Chan Yuk-Lin
Idy Chan Yuk-Lin
Mrs. Ting
MKMelvin Wong King-Sun
Melvin Wong King-Sun
Inspector
DKDennis Chan Kwok-San
Dennis Chan Kwok-San

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The Extras — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Extras?

The Extras isn't streaming anywhere in Philippines yet.

Is The Extras on Netflix?

No, The Extras is not on Netflix in Philippines as of September 2026.

Is The Extras on Amazon Prime Video?

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What is the OTT release date for The Extras?

The Extras hasn't started streaming in Philippines yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 1, 1979. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.