Extras Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2005 · HBO, BBC Two · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Extras
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Extras have?
Extras has 2 seasons and 12 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on July 21, 2005 to October 19, 2006.
Is Extras renewed, ended, or canceled?
Extras has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Extras?
It takes 6h 6m (366 minutes) to watch the complete run of Extras. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 6.1 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.1 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Extras?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 3 ("Kate Winslet"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.6/10 based on 9 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Extras?
Extras is available for streaming on Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Extras?
Extras has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Extras?
The primary ensemble cast includes Ricky Gervais as Andy Millman (age 65), Ashley Jensen as Maggie Jacobs (age 57), Stephen Merchant as Darren Lamb (age 51), Shaun Williamson as Barry / Shaun (age 60).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Ricky Gervais | Andy Millman | 65 |
| Ashley Jensen | Maggie Jacobs | 57 |
| Stephen Merchant | Darren Lamb | 51 |
| Shaun Williamson | Barry / Shaun | 60 |
| Shaun Pye | Greg Lindley Jones | – |
| Andrew Buckley | Gobbler | – |
| Sarah Moyle | Kimberley | 57 |
| Jamie Chapman | Brains | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Extras are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.