Overview

Cantinflas is a man who hangs around the studios and helps anyone who needs his advice while at the same time envisioning his own versions of how certain scenes should be shot. Both angles provide ample opportunities for very witty, subtle barbs at the foibles of the industry.

Cast

Cantinflas, Alma Delia Fuentes, Carmen Molina, Guillermina Téllez Girón, Magda Donato, Alejandro Ciangherotti, León Barroso, Luis Manuel Pelayo

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What is "El Extra" about?

Cantinflas is a man who hangs around the studios and helps anyone who needs his advice while at the same time envisioning his own versions of how certain scenes should be shot. Both angles provide ample opportunities for very witty, subtle barbs at the foibles of the industry.

When was "El Extra" released?

El Extra was released in 1962.

Who stars in "El Extra"?

The cast includes Cantinflas, Alma Delia Fuentes, Carmen Molina, Guillermina Téllez Girón.