Mother's Elling
2003, Norwegian. Directed by Eva Isaksen.
Elling has lived with his mother all his life. Mom is the practical one, while Elling ponders the more theoretical aspects of life. He spends his time in their apartment reading books and looking at the neighbours through the living room window. Elling doesn't seem to need to be around others like most people. That's why Elling is less than enthusiastic when his mother suddenly decides to take her son on a beach vacation to Spain. Reluctantly, Elling agrees. After all, a lady at her age needs a good man by her side. But what Elling refuses to realize is that Mom is not only old, but also sick. Very sick. On her last vacation she tries to get Elling to see that life is bigger than their living room.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- Norwegian
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- Released
- 10 October 2003
- Original title
- Mors Elling
- Country
- Norway
- Written by
- Axel Hellstenius
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What Mother's Elling is based on
Mother's Elling is adapted from a novel.
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Mother's Elling: quick answers
What should I watch before Mother's Elling?
Watch Elling (2001) first.
What comes after Mother's Elling?
Next in the series: Love Me Tomorrow (2005).
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How long is Mother's Elling?
Mother's Elling runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
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Which OTT platform is Mother's Elling on?
Mother's Elling isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 10 October 2003. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mother's Elling?
If you liked Mother's Elling, try The Big Kahuna, Somewhere in Queens, Family Weekend.
Who directed Mother's Elling?
Mother's Elling (2003) was directed by Eva Isaksen and stars Per Christian Ellefsen, Grete Nordrå, Helge Reiss.
What is Mother's Elling based on?
Mother's Elling is adapted from a novel.