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El Extra (1962): Cast

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El Extra is a 1962 comedy directed by Miguel M. Delgado, starring Cantinflas as Rogaciano, Enrique Lucero and Nathanael León. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes.

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El Extra (1962) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Genre
Comedy
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is El Extra About?

The premise of El Extra without spoilers.

Cantinflas is a studio‑bound figure who constantly roams the sets, offering advice to anyone in need while simultaneously imagining his own versions of how scenes ought to be shot. His improvisational flair and sharp eye for detail give the film ample chances for witty, subtle barbs that poke fun at the industry's foibles.

El Extra Themes & Keywords

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  • woman
  • young
  • audition
  • coach
  • sacrifice
  • movie extra
  • aspiring actress
  • film studio
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Cast & crew

El Extra Cast & Characters

Cantinflas leads the cast as Rogaciano, with Enrique Lucero as Actor, sacerdote azteca and Nathanael León as Villano escena vaquero (uncredited). Directed by Miguel M. Delgado; 35 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Miguel M. Delgado

More films directed by Miguel M. Delgado: El Barrendero, Las ficheras: Bellas de noche II, The Minister and Me and Bellas de Noche.

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El Extra Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Cantinflas: El Extra” and “O Extra de Condomínio”.

Also known as
  • Cantinflas: El Extra
  • O Extra de Condomínio

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FAQ

El Extra FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of El Extra, each answered in a sentence.

How long is El Extra?

El Extra runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was El Extra released?

El Extra was released on October 4, 1962.

Who directed El Extra?

El Extra was directed by Miguel M. Delgado.

More films by Miguel M. Delgado

Who is in the cast of El Extra?

El Extra stars Cantinflas as Rogaciano, Enrique Lucero as Actor, sacerdote azteca and Nathanael León as Villano escena vaquero (uncredited), among 35 credited actors.

Does El Extra have a post-credit scene?

No. El Extra has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is El Extra in?

The original language of El Extra is Spanish.

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