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Season 1 – The Ellen Show

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A high-powered Internet executive decides to trade the stresses of her fast-track, big-city life for the slower pace of her fish bowl hometown.

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The Ellen Show — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

While its laughs are few and far between, The Ellen Show is bolstered by a charming cast and its lead star's affable presence.

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Hal Boedeker Orlando Sentinel 01/02/2020
The Ellen Show offers moments of pleasure, notably when [Cloris] Leachman flutters around her house in a manner to thrill fans of The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Go to Full Review John Carman San Francisco Chronicle 12/17/2019
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[Ellen] DeGeneres' off-handed sunniness can't save a disappointingly bland show. Go to Full Review Julie Salamon New York Times 09/04/2019
As this Ellen, Ms. DeGeneres offers a glib, ingratiating act that quickly becomes cloying. Go to Full Review Tom Jicha South Florida Sun-Sentinel 09/04/2019
[Cloris] Leachman's a great comedic foil for the star, whose perky sense of irony is appealing as ever. Alas, the material is sitcom trite. Go to Full Review John Levesque Seattle Post-Intelligencer 09/04/2019
Fans of [Ellen] DeGeneres' bemused-observer comedy style will probably stay around, but it's nothing we haven't seen before. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen Richmond

Cloris Leachman

Dot Richmond

Emily Rutherfurd

Catherine Richmond

Jim Gaffigan

Rusty Carnouk

Martin Mull

Mr. Munn

Kerri Kenney

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 24, 2001 Pilot A harried executive leaves behind the stress of city life and returns to the quirky serenity of her hometown. This episode: Ellen learns her latest business has folded. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 28, 2001 Walden Pond Ellen sets out on a course of self-discovery to decide what she should do next with her life. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 5, 2001 Chain Reaction Ellen plans a demonstration to protest the opening of a new restaurant. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 12, 2001 Vanity Hair Ellen receives disastrous results when she supports a local stylist after being asked to pose for Vanity Fair. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 19, 2001 The Move Catherine feels left out as the bond between Ellen and Dot grows. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 26, 2001 Muskrat Love Dot tries to chase away an annoying raccoon by singing; Ellen offers help to a high-school student deal with his affections. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 2, 2001 Joe Dot's dating history makes Ellen wary of her mother's new suitor. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 9, 2001 Cathy's Taffy Ellen convinces Catherine to go into business making taffy; the teachers are upset that the town of Clark isn't on a map. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 16, 2001 Missing the Bus Ellen's good intentions in throwing a surprise birthday party for the school-bus driver (Betty White) end in the latter's retirement. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 10, 2001 Alive and Kicking Ellen counsels the star football player about his anger before a championship game; Dot buys generic brand groceries to save money. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 17, 2001 Ellen's First Christmess Ellen invites her favorite aunt to join her for the holidays. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 4, 2002 A Bird in the Hand Dot gives Ellen a brooch, making Catherine jealous over the ugly heirloom. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 11, 2002 Just the Duck Ellen finds out that Catherine and Rusty are secretly dating; Pam says Mr. Munn is making a play for her. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 18, 2002 Shallow Gal A woman gives up her high-powered career and moves back to her small hometown. Details Episode 15 Aired Jan 25, 2002 Gathering Moss Ellen encourages Catherine to attend a seminar by a popular motivational speaker (John Ritter). Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 1, 2002 A Matter of Principal Mr. Munn leaves Ellen in charge of the school. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 8, 2002 Where the Sun Doesn't Shine Ellen generosity is challenged when she competes for a good Samaritan award. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 15, 2002 One for the Roadshow Ellen contemplates moving out of her mother's. Details

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Season Info

Director
Andrew Weyman, Andy Ackerman
Executive Producer
Ellen DeGeneres, Carol Leifer, Mitchell Hurwitz, Ric Swartzlander
Screenwriter
Sue Kolinsky, Bill Kelley, Ric Swartzlander, Rob LaZebnik, Jim Gerkin, Darin Henry, Carol Leifer, Chuck Martin, Mitchell Hurwitz
Network
CBS
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 24, 2001