Ellen Foster (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1997, Ellen Foster is a notable film directed by John Erman, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. After her mother's death, a young girl is separated from her abusive father and is sent between her various friends and relatives, always longing to find a place to call home.
Who’s in it. Ellen Foster stars Jena Malone as Ellen Foster, Julie Harris as Leonora Nelson, Ted Levine as Bill Hammond and Glynnis O'Connor as Charlotte Nelson Hammond, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Ellen Foster has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, Philo, YouTube TV and Hallmark+ Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ellen Foster page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ellen Foster (1997)?
- In US, Ellen Foster is available to stream on fuboTV, Philo and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ellen Foster worth watching?
- Ellen Foster holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ellen Foster?
- Ellen Foster stars Jena Malone, Julie Harris, Ted Levine, Glynnis O'Connor and Debra Monk.
- When was Ellen Foster released?
- Ellen Foster was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.