The Nellie Olesons (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1997, The Nellie Olesons is a comedy film directed by Laura Black, running about 45 minutes.
What it’s about. Named after the blonde, bratty, gay icon from Little House on the Prairie, The Nellie Olesons exploded onto the New York comedy scene in 1993 with their wicked sense of humor and envelope pushing antics. This award winning video is comprised of classic sketches from their 1996 show, "Pulp Nellie", including "Menorah, the Jewish Madonna", "Miss Cajun Inbred, Connie Slocum", "Disney Girls", "Lesbian Signer", "Mrs. Porn Goes Shopping" as well as spoofs and satires of Calvin Klein commercials, gay circuit queens and horny porn girls.
Who’s in it. The Nellie Olesons stars Nora Burns, John Cantwell, Marissa Copeland and Terrence Michael, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Nellie Olesons sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nellie Olesons page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nellie Olesons tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nellie Olesons (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nellie Olesons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nellie Olesons worth watching?
- The Nellie Olesons holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Nellie Olesons?
- The Nellie Olesons stars Nora Burns, John Cantwell, Marissa Copeland, Terrence Michael and Alison Arngrim.
- When was The Nellie Olesons released?
- The Nellie Olesons was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.