Figurants, also known as extras, are individuals who appear in the background of movies, TV shows, and stage productions. While the term "figurant" is widely used in the film industry, there are several synonyms for this word that can be used synonymously. Some of the popular synonyms for figurants include background actors, background players, supporting actors, and background talent. Other terms that can be used as alternatives to figurants are non-speaking roles, walk-ons, and crowd actors. No matter what term is used, all of these individuals play an essential role in bringing life to the stories and productions that we watch on screen and stage.