Ekstra (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2013, Ekstra is a comedy and drama film directed by Jeffrey Jeturian, running about 111 minutes. “There are no small roles. Only bit players.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A socio-realist drama-comedy film, it follows a seemingly usual day in the life of Loida Malabanan as she embarks on yet another shooting day of a soap opera as an extra. As the shoot goes on, we get a glimpse of the truth in the ruling system of the production as well as the exploitation of the marginalized laborers like her.
Who’s in it. Ekstra stars Vilma Santos as Loida Malabanan, Fatima Centeno as Production Assistant, Marlon Rivera as Director and Vincent de Jesus as Assistant Director, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Ekstra has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ekstra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ekstra tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ekstra (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ekstra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ekstra worth watching?
- Ekstra holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ekstra?
- Ekstra stars Vilma Santos, Fatima Centeno, Marlon Rivera, Vincent de Jesus and Ruby Ruiz.