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Elling

7.120011h 29mRMovieComedyDrama

40-year-old Elling, sensitive, would-be poet, is sent to live in a state institution when his mother, who has sheltered him his entire life, dies. There he meets Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant and female-obsessed virgin, also in his 40s.

DirectorPetter Næss
WriterAxel Hellstenius
ProducerDag Alveberg

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoViaplayViaplayAllenteAllente
Availability shown for Denmark · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Petter Næss

Per Christian Ellefsen
Per Christian Ellefsen
Elling
Sven Nordin
Sven Nordin
Kjell Bjarne
Marit Pia Jacobsen
Marit Pia Jacobsen
Reidun Nordsletten
Jørgen Langhelle
Jørgen Langhelle
Frank Åsli
Per Christensen
Per Christensen
Alfons Jørgensen
Hilde Olausson
Hilde Olausson
Gunn
Ola Otnes
Ola Otnes
Hauger
Eli Anne Linnestad
Eli Anne Linnestad
Johanne
Cecilie A. Mosli
Cecilie A. Mosli
Cecilie Kornes
Joachim Rafaelsen
Joachim Rafaelsen
Haakon Willum
Per Gørvell
Per Gørvell
Eriksen
Knud Dahl
Knud Dahl
Servitør på bar

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Elling — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Elling?

Elling is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Viaplay and Allente in Denmark, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Elling on Netflix?

No, Elling is not on Netflix in Denmark as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Viaplay.

Is Elling on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Elling is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Denmark as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Elling for free?

Elling is available to stream free (with ads) on Filmstriben in Denmark.

Is there a sequel to Elling?

Yes — Elling is followed by Mother's Elling (2003) in the Elling Collection.

Is there a prequel to Elling?

Elling is the first film in the Elling Collection.

Is Elling part of a trilogy?

Yes — Elling is part of a trilogy, alongside Mother's Elling (2003) and Love Me Tomorrow (2005).

How many movies are in the Elling Collection?

There are 3 films in the Elling Collection: Elling (2001), Mother's Elling (2003) and Love Me Tomorrow (2005).