Extras - S1E1 'Ben Stiller'
🕑 Added 2025-09-17 17:05:00 +0000 UTCComments
bobby g
Cheers
Vic
I really hope you are reunited with your cat. It’s a terrible feeling to lose a pet xx
JokerDanny
That wasn't Stephen Merchant
Dan Anderson
Chinese, Japanese, Don't forget to wash your knees 🤣 damn, my father said this when I was a child and stuck ever since, never knowing it's a racist thing until I grew up... absolutely diabolical ☠️💀
Gary Hall
Research. Ross Kemp , Barry from Eastenders, Les Dennis .
Gary Hall
Steve is in Ep1 . Driving the tank
Ash C
Jess’s reaction of slowly being consumed by her chair was just hilarious! You’re going to love this show it really is excellent. The writing is just so strong. There’s a good argument that it’s the best thing to come out of the Gervais media empire. I am so hyped this is being reacted to and excited to see what you’ll make of each episode. We all need to be strict on this one re spoilers but it might be worth doing a cursory Wikipedia on Ross Kemp and Vinnie Jones who feature in the next episode to get a reasonable enough context of episode 2
Anarchy3457
You should let the closing song play out for no other reason than it's awesome
Gary Hall
You missed SM driving the Tank
Julian
It’s already on the schedule. Coming in November I believe.
Francis DJ
hoping you do after life one day, for me one of ricky's best and i think you would both love it!
Kayleigh
lol my great uncle had the same issue with his leg and had to wear one big shoe. His was even more severe.
Kayleigh
Hope your cat gets found 🩷
Jules & Kev Morrissey
So glad you've started on Extras and that you 'get it' .......This show is one of our favourite comedies of all time, and we still laugh at it every time we watch it. Its such a brilliant premise, getting the rich and famous to portray themselves as complete fruit loops, but behind it all, there is a really touching story, of friendship between Andy and Maggie. I guarantee you there will be tears on the final feature length Christmas Special.
New Fish
Yay Extas. I bought the box sets years ago when it came out on dvd. 👻😸sorry about your cat. Hope it comes back soon.
scott o'neill
Ben in friends is the best
Col Boro
I always mention DEREK but everyone on here says not good and voted to watch AFTERLIFE which is worst thing he done i think
Ally A
Watch the bloopers!!! Hope your cat is ok guys ❤️
Spencer Chou
All of them were written and directed by Ricky and Stephen!
DG
Can’t wait for you to meet Andy Millman’s agent 👀👀😂😂
ArtVandalHey!
A good tip for finding your cat, go out rly late at night like 2 am with some treats and do concentric circles outward from your home. They tend to stick close but may be too scared to come out in the day. Good luck guys, losing a cat is the terrible.
Mark E
Ooh extras! Does this mean derek next 🤩 You should watch rickys outtakes from all of his different series, they are absolute gold to watch. Is only fools on a break now 😢?
Jamie Derry
The exccuses not to go part is so accurate, omg
ArtVandalHey!
Yeah Stephen has an emotional intelligence that Ricky clearly lacks. Both the Extras and Office do the "make you laugh, then make you cry" thing very well. Ricky tries to do the same thing with solo projects like Derek and After Life and it comes off ham-fisted, melodramatic, and clumsy.
Kelvan
Hope your cat comes back soon. I once had a cat that was missing for days and it returned like nothing even happened, hope it's the same for you.
Nathan Wilson
This show is the best Ricky show. If you thought you couldn’t get more cringe than The Office, you thought wrong! An absolute GOAT
Gerard McCartan
a goated show. each eisode features hollywood royalty being destroyed. merchant won awards for his chaacter in season 2. jess school story i had aswell lol chinese japenese, il not give any clues away. love your reactions mike and maggie, sorry, i mean jess
Robert Carter
There is a bit of magic when Ricky and Stephen write together. Their solo stuff isn’t as good (especially Ricky’s IMO) but The Office and Extras are near perfect. Of their solo stuff, The Outlaws by Stephen is probably the next best
Leeroy Jenkins
I really hope your beloved cat returns healthy.
Col
Extras is a great show but I’m missing OFAH already. Prayers for Presley 🙏
Alex Thompson
you really listen to the fans huh, love to see it and hope you enjoy it as much as I did hope Presley is okay
Scott Wilson
This run of shows has been incredible, all of my favourites back to back 💙
Alan
Oh hi Sean.
Mark R
I hope you're cat is found safe Mike, it's one of the worst feelings loosing a pet🙏 What a great show, that's the most unhinged Ben Stiller I have ever seen 🤣, I'm definitely looking forward to more extras.
Mark McKeown
This is one show where the out takes are an ABSOLUTE MUST once you're done.
Stu
Oh my god great I’m so happy Love this show
James Waters
My favourite Ricky Gervais work ever, adore this show.
Kenneth Swan
Every person who cameos on this is a legend. Watch out for what he says to Kate Winslet in her episode and then his shout out to her at the Oscars years later.
Richard
I love Extras, such a funny show. If you ever watched Ugly Betty you’ll have seen Ashley Jensen (Maggie) before.
Kieran B
As someone that works as an extra is absolutely spot on
Michael
Hope Presley makes it home safe mate. As a cat man too, I feel your pain. Re the show...As a past extra myself (with appearances in most movies and TV shows - including the original Harry Potter films) I can tell you both that this is honestly exactly how it is on set. Probably one of the most realistic representations ever...and its a classic show. I had a mate who was lucky enough to be an extra in this - I'm still jealous to this day!! Lol
Toby
I hope your cat comes back safe. I know you both will love extras and it will cheer you both up
Andy
This wasn't so bad back in the day, but big Mike kicking it aff with his missing cat? Absolute nightmare.
Mo
So happy you guys are doing extras, people will think I'm crazy but it's probably my favourite show from Gervais it's so underrated.
Athan Immortal
Sorry your cat is missing, I hope Presley turns up alright. <3
Dave Beverley
The outtakes for this show are brilliant. Be sure to check them out after you've finished the show :)
Demceez
or just a bit of research on all the guest celebrities before each episode.
Adam
I’ve had colonoscopies funnier than Derek
jamestoni
British comedy hits differently lol
jamestoni
Ive never watched extras until now. ill enjoy the show with youse two.
Central Hub
Extras is fantastic you'll love it the further you get into it. I hope you find your cat I am an animal person too. Fingers crossed she returns soon
Gareth.S
I hope you can watch Derek. Its very funny
Matt Harwood
Keeping everything crossed that Pressley comes home safe, our cat Austin went missing about 3 years ago, we were worried sick and then little shit then just casually came through the window in the early hours 5 days later like nothing had ever happened!!! ❤️
Mark Rudd
Ohh I’ve never watched this before. Seen plenty of reels and so on. But never watched a full episode and I’ve always said I would. So looking forward to this
Clive Parry
You’re both in for a treat. ❤️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUOeMtF_-bc
Danny
Awesome! Been waiting for this
Dandelion
“Pete Doherty’s butcher wears them”
Dannythedoodle
It gets so much better 😊 I suggest you guys do a little bit of research on Ross Kemp and Vinnie Jones before the next episode 👍
richard bloor
Yes !!!!!
Fordy7169
Hope your cat turns up OK Mike and Jess.
Fordy7169
Don't expect the person in the title to be in the episodes throughout as much ben Stiiler was in this. There's a couple of blink and you'll miss them ones. FYI 'Ross Kemp' in ep2 was an actor in the massive UK soap opera 'Eastenders' in which he played an unlikeable tough guy car mechanic.
Joanna
While I do like The Office, I prefer Extra's. It's a genius setting that allows stars to come in for an episode. If your not keen on one it doesn't matter, because they'll be another person next week.
James Ellison
I really hope your cat comes home, i would feel the same and probably wouldn’t be able to function well at all until they return home.
Boydern
Wait for Barry
Dan
Mikes wearing Mickey Pearce’s hat 🤣
TheHigh
absolute banger of a show :) 👍
Tom
Mike, you need to save that hat for future episodes of OFAH when a character called Mickey (almost a namesake) Pearce arrives on the scene. 😉
Dextrous (Lewis)
Extras, yes!! Can't wait to watch this, but I'm still a couple weeks behind being up to date with your content. Steve Merchant as the agent is one of the greatest characters of all time, he's so good. And the celeb guests are all really good sports for playing such wild versions of themselves. If you want a bit of context in advance for some of the UK celebs that you might not have heard of, I'm sure people will be happy to fill you in. Much love guys, hope everything turns out ok.
Jay Walker
Incredible first episode. You think that was cringey? Just you wait!
RegenerationNationTV
I've been searching the entire neighborhood for days. Talked to every neighbor there is to talk to.
RegenerationNationTV
So it will get the entire episode hit and pulled down just for 30 seconds of audio? Is it similar like that? 😅
Adam Newton
Trying to watch both your reactions at the racist bit was brilliant 😂
Suixamoht
Wohoo, been waiting for this. If you skipped bloopers for The Office, you can't skip them for this series. They're so good.
Marķ Cunningham
Thinking of you mate ❤️
Ethan furness
Omg yesssss this show is genius
Erica
Oh Mike ! I hope you find your cat. I have a cat and I adore him so I will pray for Presley’s return . Maybe ask neighbours to check their sheds ? My cat snuck in a shed once
Joe Tomen
I’m so glad you’re doing this show.
james mcloughlin
Agreed. This is the only thing i pay for. I dont pay for any other pay to view content. Jess and mike are worth every penny.
Dannythedoodle
Woop!!! Stoned af and excited 😀
joshdixonCFC
Extras is my favourite!
Dave Henshall
I’m glad you enjoyed the first episode. One tip, the music over the closing credits is akin to the opening credits music from the office.
james mcloughlin
I cant wait until they see them. Those characters are absolutely hilarious. They also make the show what it is.
James Aston
I haven't seen this for ages. I guess Steve doesn't appear until episode 2
Alan
and love that you love it! I've kissed Cameron Diaz, I've slapped Jennifer Aniston's ass. It still counts, OK?
ElvisLee
I think Presley is a fantastic name for a cat. I wish I'd thought of it myself, for obvious reasons
Johnny
“Bye nerd” was the moment Jess fell in love with this show ❤️😂 Massively thinking of you too Mike and sending prayers for Presley 🙏🏻 you give us all a boost when we’re struggling with stuff or feeling down and I hope that feeling the love and support from your community gives you a boost when you need it, I loved that this show brought you laughter when you needed it and as always, we’re standing with you brother! ❤️
Jay
Sending you positive wishes for Presley's safe return. I remember my childhood cat disappeared for 5 days. We thought he was gone for good, but he was found hiding under a neighbour's bed for all that time. Cats do like to go "walkabout" occasionally, so don't give up hope.
Anthony Weston
You wait. Steve Merchant’s character and Barry are probably the funniest characters in all of these shows.
Tez
Ross Kemp?
Rachie
Love this show. Come home soon Presley x
Emma Edwards
This is new to me too, so I’m excited to watch this with you. I don’t do prayers, but I’m thinking of you both and sending positive vibes. I hope Presley turns up soon guys 🤞🏼 xx
Sigma
I love this show, so it's great to have an excuse to watch it yet again!
Arlasoft
The Hat, 6 Florida Road, Florida
Jamie Chadaj
Hahaha simple Jess, I love you Jess and you are not at all simple, but that is so funny hahaha, love you guys relationship.
Nathan Daly
Are we going to address the hat
John Davis
wooooooo
John M Whalen
Oooh, you’re in for such a treat!
Russell Thomas
I'm guessing streaming services put this as ep 1 so Americans can relate to the American actor? But what's weird is that Netflix in the UK also have this as ep1.
Alan
EXTRAS!!!! Love it.
Nick Davis
Are you having a laugh? Is he having a laugh?
Chris Duggan
Agreed https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&sca_esv=c6620bc555597255&hl=en-gb&sxsrf=AE3TifOMDhJcoggzebioq9BJo5EL8uDoUA:1758130512704&q=only+fools+and+horses+episodes&uds=AOm0WdEjhNoILiTKXIHbvPLAni885aUaHB_w40X_FRANree7gF6UQ-13tXEyUqAShRL20IlhPqMrhA9zYvv4efClWMFeED_SpZl-Xsqqd3sgs6CxgccfCBLhJ6P2dn-jrspXRGbk68tmrKs5Ky8yk31DgG6YG5mgyUrjqju9n_b427PUAG83TZhRH4zmuMTO3Q-399IN4QVHbUe4tq3j58bOoLvW4QSABAJrNRg2_eOfRfQVtDXO4Dn3iFqDTLTA7uY_qWzLI3kInUUfPgtN2s8JrdQCazZLRUGbwX6u6W8LFhRwNthrdFF-HENgm-P45Ep4_jchxlmK_D1x-BNiB2qGsGVOLdoehv8jU_65lseQLdC9ubnUNkfsdAVIyQxYou0lTNh1sb3v2o0a8-uCDeL3yPb8Ono0R6ZkMR8UW76pjKVbUrAnXPOxT3SZg2thFOEgGHBRNyF3EfDzmEA9tLID18xILr68vuL2riWT-HZ2k5diwpuFmgJeZQLBSK4VLdsUXV7y-vTZL9qe9tZUjKd9OkniIP5jxlyVs6XolaIcvYD1NA8ee2pN0QyWDA8CZ2_FKmr1uaQQRjZbVWi3kuY9br5PQ7ZX0-8KDRTZU3f2SZZAJUGCQID6tf8xz_JXTkjQqUp6z93LEAHhI15bz4Tq6VT7AbioWAUWSBac5MeX6bB0M8cQTX4c8zdpdAo4Hh20lZ5iC-wysKXN-vGWGCtC41bxLWMP3oK8bC3S4ab5fqIBREM2kFcIbFSxZ9hpf5QkFvFZ2itMH67cDoXewg5cz5E-mPlAtcOfEr8ZN7j6JyB_7y_jebA&si=AMgyJEvPmvuwrQN-s7zgPJko6uvassNOwHi3-JKluhJNe1i6CKQqCg_qLkMUsE1eg5EuoRyHVApco7reD493cJg4qaP0a-kh933x9BU7FHMc5x_c6o4U-mF-2kMTTWzj4JieIVHqsOkHW8bD5I6A1oOjd0UJyWeBPg%3D%3D&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi9zbbFquCPAxXbV0EAHXyeMe8Qk8gLegQIIxAB&ictx=1&stq=1&cs=0&lei=UPHKaL3lKtuvhbIP_LzG-Q4#ebo=2
Craig
Firstly guys, sorry to hear about your cat - hopefully she's found safe and sound soon. Appreciate that you guys swap shows on a rotation at the end of each series and so OFAH and Still Game aren't present this week and I love Extras so happy to be seeing it come in as well. Only thing I'd say though is that in the case of both of OFAH and Still Game, the Christmas special episodes are often considered as the last episode of each series rather than sort of stand alone episodes so I'd always include any Xmas specials between the end of one series and the start of the next as the final piece of that series you've been reacting to and include them in the lineup before rotating towards another show :)
Jamie Chadaj
I knew you would love this show haha, and i knew Jess would love Maggie.
Luke Gale9
Mike giving off George Galloway vibes
Captain Cardboard
Okay, I did post a couple of times that this is Episode 2 of the series, and hence should be watched second. No matter! When you watch the next episode you'll see Andy's situation better explained and another main character introduced!
emu cat
Steve kills it in this series, I'd watch a lot more of his agent character, talented chap at comedy acting, even tho he's not in this one. Simple Jess bahahahah. Both tried to shrink disappear and contract into nothing at the same time, hilarious.
Matt Draper
You guys are really on the grind with some great shows! Keep up the great work! Thankyou both!!
Daryl Layton
Steve wrote this one so it's not shite
Jamie Chadaj
Hello Mike and Jess, I'm Jamie, I'm 42 and from the North of England. Been following you guys for a while on youtube and a few months on here, but first time commenting. Just want to say I love you both dearly, and as an old school northerner, the highest compliment I can give you is I would love you both to be my neighbours. Anyway I am very excited for this journey, personally i think the 2 specials for this are even better than the office specials, i hope you are both ready to cry again haha. Anyway keep doing what you are doing guys ❤️
Drjones22
I know this is an unpopular opinion, but I think extras is Ricky gervais’ best TV series
Keatan Forrest
You guys are absolutely killing it! I've seen reaction channels in the past be unsuccessful at managing different series and pleasing different fans. You've hit it out the park, more than happy to pay every month.
Silk
Woohoo!
Julian
I thought it was just the first two swapped around. It doesn’t really matter anyway.
Vee
OMG I can't believe we are here. EXTRAS!
Julian
That will be the next upload I’m sure. Extras is in the Tuesday slot, they’re just a bit behind.
Gary
Another great Steve and Ricky collaboration. Full of cringe and heart at times. Keep an eye out for a special cameo by a certain hairless manc fella later on. ( that's not a spoiler just incase some randy gets salty) . Thanks for this.
Nathalie Grainger Bradbury
I really feel for you Mike and Jess with regard to your beloved Presley.. That is so worrying. I turn to your humour and to comedy shows for solace when I'm anxious which is a lot recently. So I hope that your reactions do give you that short-lived relief too. We are all here with you around the world. Love from London.
DarkBlondeWatch
https://archive.org/details/only-fools-series-1/7.+Christmas+Crackers.mpg <- only fools and horses series 1 episode 7
Sarah Radders
I can't cope with any worries relating to my cats.. sending you all good wishes and hope presley gets home soon 🙏 xx
Noster
You’re starting extras!? Yes yes YES!
Nathalie Grainger Bradbury
OH Yippeee!
Paulo22
Yeeehaa
Richard rowley
Only fools and horses???
Jay C
You skipping the last episode of Only Fools and Horses?
Tracey Duncan
Omg my excitement levels have gone through the roof …. 😂😂
Frizz
Barely anyone I know watched or remembers this show, but me and my mum adore it. Some funny funny writing, you guys continue to delighted me with your show choice
Toby Lewis
There’s some ambiguity about which is the first episode. This is the first broadcast in the USA, but I believe it’s the third in the UK originally, but for US audiences it made sense to start with Stiller, and to be fair it doesn’t affect the storyline much if at all. When I first watched I think this was listed as episode 1 as well
james mcloughlin
Ah Brilliant. I was hoping you was going to watch extras. You wont be disappointed.
Dave
OFAH ??
Austin GT
Ooh nice
Mark McKeown
Been waiting for this, excellent show!