Ep 3. Kate Winslet

In Extras season 1 episode 3, titled Kate Winslet, Andy Millman continues his misadventures in the entertainment industry as a background actor. In this episode, Andy and his friend Maggie are working on the set of a film where Kate Winslet is the lead actress.

Andy is excited about the opportunity to meet Kate and potentially make an impression on her. However, things do not go as planned when he is assigned to be a background actor in a scene where Kate's character is having a romantic moment with another actor.

Feeling embarrassed and frustrated, Andy decides to take matters into his own hands and approaches Kate during a break in filming. To his surprise, Kate is kind and receptive to him, even going as far as giving him some acting advice.

Meanwhile, Maggie is also having a rough day on set as she is tasked with being a body double for a nude scene. She reluctantly goes through with it but is horrified when she discovers that the directors have decided to use a body double for Kate's nude scene as well.

As the day goes on, Andy starts to gain more confidence in his acting abilities and even manages to impress the director with his performance. However, things take a turn when he is asked to perform a dangerous stunt that he is not comfortable with.

In the end, Andy finds himself in an awkward situation when he is forced to do the stunt in front of Kate and the cast and crew. The episode ends with Andy feeling embarrassed and defeated, but also having learned some valuable lessons about the entertainment industry.

Overall, the Kate Winslet episode of Extras provides a hilarious and satirical look at the inner workings of the film industry while also highlighting the struggles and insecurities of those trying to make it in the business. With clever writing and a talented cast of actors, this episode is a must-see for fans of the series and anyone interested in the world of Hollywood.