The Ellen Show

The Ellen Show (2001-2002)

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"What's a small-town girl turned L.A. businesswoman to do when her high-profile, high-finance start-up Internet company goes belly up? And when her social life out west is not doing so great either? Well, as played by Emmy winner Ellen DeGeneres, she reacts by saying goodbye to her dot-com world and heading back to her hometown to put her life together. It remains to be seen, however, whether the best way to do that is by becoming a counselor at her old high school--they still teach Home Economics, for crying out loud--and by moving in with her eccentric mother and unlucky-in-love sister." "Ellen Richmond (DeGeneres)...decides to trade the stresses of her fast-track, big-city lifestyle for the slower pace of her quieter hometown, where she is known and loved. It remains to be seen, however, whether or not returning to her hometown, a fishbowl of a place, and her eccentric mother, Dot (C...

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Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13Just the Duck (a.k.a. Three's a Couple)Jan. 11, 2002
S01E12A Bird in the Hand (a.k.a. Family Jewels)Jan. 4, 2002
S01E11Ellen's First Christmess (a.k.a. Ellen's First Christmas)Dez. 17, 2001
S01E10Alive and KickingDez. 10, 2001
S01E09Missing the BusNov. 16, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Ellen Show' premiere?

'The Ellen Show' premiered on September 24, 2001.

Who played the role of Ellen's cousin in the show?

Emily Rutherfurd played the role of Ellen's cousin, Spence.

Which famous TV icon took over Ellen's duties as host for one day?

Regis Philbin took over Ellen's duties as host for one day.

Who played the role of Rusty in the episode 'Hello, Dalai'?

Jeremy Piven played the role of Rusty in the episode 'Hello, Dalai'.

Who guest-starred as Ellen's therapist in the episode 'Gathering Moss'?

Lily Tomlin guest-starred as Ellen's therapist in the episode 'Gathering Moss'.

Who played the role of Ed Billik in the episode 'Makin' Whoopie'?

Martin Mull played the role of Ed Billik in the episode 'Makin' Whoopie'.

Who played the role of Paige Clark in the episode 'Shallow Gal'?

Joanna Gleason played the role of Paige Clark in the episode 'Shallow Gal'.

Who guest-starred as Cheryl, the journalist, in the episode 'A Matter of Principal'?

Jane Lynch guest-starred as Cheryl, the journalist, in the episode 'A Matter of Principal'.

Who played the role of Peter in the episode 'the Promotion'?

John Ritter played the role of Peter in the episode 'The Promotion'.

Which famous music icon made a guest appearance in the episode 'Gathering Moss'?

Elton John made a guest appearance in the episode 'Gathering Moss'.

Who played the role of Susan in the episode 'The Move'?

Jane Lynch played the role of Susan in the episode 'The Move'.

Who guest-starred as Ellen's ex-girlfriend in the episode 'Like a Virgin'?

Anne Heche guest-starred as Ellen's ex-girlfriend, Kimberly, in the episode 'Like a Virgin'.

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