Extras

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Season 2
Season #: 3, 2, 1
Metascore
88

Universal acclaim - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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Critic Reviews

  1. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Ray Bennett
    60
    There's more humiliation than comedy.

Awards & Rankings

7
#7 Best TV Season of 2006
84
#84 Most Discussed TV Season of 2006
36
#36 Most Shared TV Season of 2006

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 62 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 62
  3. Negative: 2 out of 62
  1. GlenH.
    Mar 8, 2008
    10
    The funniest sitcom since Seinfeld, this show is absolutely imperative watching. Really makes the audience take a second look at how we view The funniest sitcom since Seinfeld, this show is absolutely imperative watching. Really makes the audience take a second look at how we view celebs, I think this is a very important production by the best comedy duo since Larry and Jerry. Hilarious cameos, great stories, amazing physical comedy from Merchant. Extras has it all, though it might not be for everyone (ie. if you love Raymond, King of Queens, etc.) There's no laugh track, the jokes aren't written like that and a studio audience would ruin the subtle awkward moments that you'll be laughing at anyway.… Full Review »
  2. drlowdon
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    Following years of struggle as an extra Andy Millman finally finds some success when his script for sitcom “When the Whistle Blows” is pickedFollowing years of struggle as an extra Andy Millman finally finds some success when his script for sitcom “When the Whistle Blows” is picked up by the BBC, unfortunately things don't exactly work out as he may of planned. With excellent performances from the entire cast, and brilliant guest stars, Extras second season is laugh out loud funny throughout and arguably even better than the season one.… Full Review »
  3. brockcheese
    Mar 24, 2015
    9
    This show ended on such a high note and summed up exactly why Ricky Gervais is one of the best TV artists out there. This show balances comedyThis show ended on such a high note and summed up exactly why Ricky Gervais is one of the best TV artists out there. This show balances comedy and tragedy very well.… Full Review »
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