Episode
Extras: Sir Ian McKellen
Overview
Andy's school mate Steve Sherwood visits him on set and inspires Darren to ask Maggie out on a date. Wanting to be recognized more for his acting abilities, Andy auditions for a new play directed by Sir Ian McKellen.
Details
- Series
- Extras
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 5
- Air date
- 2006-10-12
- Runtime
- 29 min
Episode context
Sir Ian McKellen is Episode 5 in Season 2 of Extras. It aired on 2006-10-12. The runtime is 29 min.
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