Elling (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2001, Elling is a comedy and drama film directed by Petter Næss, running about 89 minutes. “They're packed and ready for the greatest adventure of their lives. All they have to do is get out of the house.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When his mother, who has sheltered him his entire 40 years, dies, Elling, a sensitive, would-be poet, is sent to live in a state institution. There he meets Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant and female-obsessed virgin in his 40s. After two years, the men are released and provided with a state-funded apartment and stipend with the hope they will be able to live on their own.
Who’s in it. Elling stars Per Christian Ellefsen as Elling, Sven Nordin as Kjell Bjarne, Marit Pia Jacobsen as Reidun Nordsletten and Jørgen Langhelle as Frank Åsli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Elling has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Viaplay Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Elling page.
If you liked it. Fans of Elling tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Elling (2001)?
- In US, Elling is available to stream on Viaplay Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Elling worth watching?
- Elling holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Elling?
- Elling stars Per Christian Ellefsen, Sven Nordin, Marit Pia Jacobsen, Jørgen Langhelle and Per Christensen.
- When was Elling released?
- Elling was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.