EDtv
1999, English. Directed by Ron Howard.
The story of a nobody everybody is watching.
Video store clerk Ed agrees to have his life filmed by a camera crew for a tv network.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Snoozefest
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6.0/10 from 731 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch EDtv
EDtv is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 26 March 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sylvie-Katherine Bouchard, Lowell Ganz, Émile Gaudreault
- Budget
- $80M
- Box office
- $35M
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News & fan talk
What EDtv is based on
EDtv is based on Louis 19, King of the Airwaves, a 1994 film.
Film · 1994
Louis 19, King of the Airwaves
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EDtv: quick answers
Is EDtv worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 6.0/10 from 731 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is EDtv?
EDtv runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does EDtv have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for EDtv. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
EDtv parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
EDtv is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is EDtv on?
EDtv is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like EDtv?
If you liked EDtv, try Bowfinger, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Living in Oblivion.
Who directed EDtv?
EDtv (1999) was directed by Ron Howard and stars Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Sally Kirkland.
What is EDtv based on?
EDtv is based on Louis 19, King of the Airwaves, a 1994 film.