Ellen Foster
1997, English. Directed by John Erman.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Ellen Foster is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- John ErmanDirector
- Jena MaloneEllen Foster
- Julie HarrisLeonora Nelson
- Ted LevineBill Hammond
- Glynnis O'ConnorCharlotte Nelson Hammond
- Debra MonkAunt Nadine
- Barbara GarrickAunt Betsy
- Kate BurtonAbigail Montford
- Željko IvanekEducational Psychologist
- Lynne MoodyMrs. Douglas
- Bill NunnMr. Douglas
- Dick O'NeillJudge
- Kimberly J. BrownDora
Details
- Released
- 14 December 1997
- Country
- United States of America
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What Ellen Foster is based on
Ellen Foster is based on Ellen Foster (1987) by Kaye Gibbons, published by Algonquin Books.
1987
Ellen Foster
By Kaye Gibbons
Published by Algonquin Books
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Ellen Foster: quick answers
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How long is Ellen Foster?
Ellen Foster runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Ellen Foster have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ellen Foster. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Ellen Foster parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ellen Foster is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ellen Foster on?
Ellen Foster is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ellen Foster?
If you liked Ellen Foster, try Stuart: A Life Backwards, Girl in the Bunker, Mammal.
Who directed Ellen Foster?
Ellen Foster (1997) was directed by John Erman and stars Jena Malone, Julie Harris, Ted Levine.
What is Ellen Foster based on?
Ellen Foster is based on Ellen Foster (1987) by Kaye Gibbons, published by Algonquin Books.