Ellen (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2016, Ellen is a drama film directed by Mahalia Belo, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A tearaway teenage girl, at war with her mum, and trying to take control of her life, forms an amazing and unbreakable bond with a new friend. They raise hell, stick two fingers up at the world, and laugh like they never have before... but can Ellen avoid becoming just another statistic?
Who’s in it. Ellen stars Jessica Barden as Ellen, Jaime Winstone as Nicole, Yasmin Monet Prince as Kayla and Joe Dempsie as Jason, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Ellen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ellen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ellen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ellen (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ellen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ellen worth watching?
- Ellen holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ellen?
- Ellen stars Jessica Barden, Jaime Winstone, Yasmin Monet Prince, Joe Dempsie and Charlie Creed-Miles.
- When was Ellen released?
- Ellen was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.