Elling(2001)
They're packed and ready for the greatest adventure of their lives. All they have to do is get out of the house.
Synopsis
40-year-old Elling, sensitive, would-be poet, is sent to live in a state institution when his mother, who has sheltered him his entire life, dies. There he meets Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant and female-obsessed virgin, also in his 40s.
Directed by Petter Næss
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Cast
Per Christian Ellefsen
Elling
Sven Nordin
Kjell Bjarne
Marit Pia Jacobsen
Reidun Nordsletten
Jørgen Langhelle
Frank Åsli
Per Christensen
Alfons Jørgensen
Hilde Olausson
Gunn
Ola Otnes
Hauger
Eli Anne Linnestad
Johanne
Cecilie A. Mosli
Cecilie Kornes
Joachim Rafaelsen
Haakon Willum
Per Gørvell
Eriksen
Knud Dahl
Servitør på bar
Knut Haugmark
Stasjonsbetjent
Elling — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Elling?+
Elling is available to stream on Viaplay Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Elling come out?+
Elling was released in 2001.
How long is Elling?+
Elling runs for 89 minutes (1 hour and 29 minutes).
Who directed Elling?+
Elling was directed by Petter Næss.
Who stars in Elling?+
Elling stars Per Christian Ellefsen, Sven Nordin, Marit Pia Jacobsen, Jørgen Langhelle and Per Christensen.
Is Elling worth watching?+
Elling holds a 7.1/10 rating from 207 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of comedy and drama.
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