The Real Ellen Story
1997, English. Directed by Fenton Bailey & Randy Barbato.
The Real Ellen Story is an in-depth documentary detailing the story behind the historic “coming-out” episode of Ellen. The program takes a unique behind-the-scenes approach in encapsulating the time-line detailing the conception of the episode, the rumours, the controversy and Ellen DeGeneres’ own declaration in Time magazine.
- Runtime
- 0h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
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- English
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The Real Ellen Story is streaming on WOW Presents Plus in India.
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- 14 February 1997
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How long is The Real Ellen Story?
The Real Ellen Story runs 42 minutes (0h 42m).
Does The Real Ellen Story have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is The Real Ellen Story on?
The Real Ellen Story is streaming on WOW Presents Plus in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Real Ellen Story?
If you liked The Real Ellen Story, try The U.S. vs. John Lennon, The Irishman: In Conversation, The Red Pill.
Who directed The Real Ellen Story?
The Real Ellen Story (1997) was directed by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato.