The Ellen Show: The Complete Series

I like this show a bit more than Ellen's earlier hit show (where she famously came out); Cloris Leachman is very funny, sort of an abrupt version of Carol Brady, if you will. Her sister is also very, very good, Jim Gaffigan is not bad, and Martin Mull is essentially reprising the character he played on Roseanne. Ellen is very subtle at times, but I think that's funnier than what you find in most "joke" oriented sitcoms. Lots of good observational humor, and Ellen DeGeneres is very likeable throughout. This is one that the audience never caught up with. The Editorial Review dismisses the show because it didn't do well in the ratings, as if there's never been a wonderful show that didn't do well in the ratings! CBS buried this show on Friday nights, and preempted it more than once, so it never had a chance. The "standup comedian with his/her own show" window was closing--hardly Ellen DeGeneres' fault. This is a smart show, and Carol Leifer who worked on "Seinfeld" and had her own show (Alright Already) is co-creator, so you know it's going to have quality writing. That's the key. I'm a comedy connoisseur, and believe me this is a smart comedy--along the lines of Dick Van Dyke, Mary Tyler Moore, The Bob Newhart Show, Barney Miller, Cheers, early Seinfeld, etc. Check it out.

This was such a great show, and it is a shame it did not last longer. The cast was amazing, with Martin Mull and Cloris Leachman, and the others who came together to make a very entertaining and quirky program. Most every episode was hysterically funny and very well written. Too bad Ellen's popularity had not yet reached the heights of today. I am sure it would have been a very longrunning and successful show. It is nice to be able to see it again now on DVD though.

This was amazing. The show itself was beautiful. I watched the entire season then was extremely sad because I knew there would never be a season two. Amazing cameos from amazing stars, Betty White, Mary Tyler Moore, THOMAS LENNON!!! and Kerri Kenny-Silver as Pam (Kerri Kenny Made the show, I think it would be hilarious to write to Ellen Degeneres asking what it was like to be in the same room as Kerri Kenny, cause Ellen is so much more famous, shed open the letter thinking that I would gush about her, but nope, I wanna gush about someone she worked with 12 years ago) Both disks were perfect! Not a single scratch.

I have been a fan of Ellen since I was a kid, literally. I remember first seeing her on a show where she portrayed a secretary, but I can't remember the name of that show. From that time, I have always enjoyed her stand-up, talk-show, and hugely successful and historical program, "Ellen." I've read her books and even have a signed copy of Finding Nemo. That being said, I had NEVER heard of this program, "The Ellen Show." I was skeptical, especially after reading some reviews, but felt confident when I read that the standard Ellen comedy found its way into this show. I'm glad I made the decision to buy - it's funny (a bit corny and predictable at times, but cute, warm, and fuzzy) - filled with a star-studded cast and several notable guest appearances (including Mary Tyler Moore!). Although not as funny as "Ellen," this show is entertaining, not a disappointment, and has a nostalgic 'early 2000's' feel.

Very happy with the purchase.

I actually purchased this DVD after I bought a special DVD that had a bunch of Christmas episodes from various sitcoms. I don't ever remember seeing this show but thought the Christmas episode from my DVD was cute enough - so I was intrigued. And hey - for about $6 - it was worth a try. Well since then - I watched them all - and they were just OK. I wasn't too impressed and think Ellen's initial prior show was MUCH better. Then again - this show only lasted one season and for some shows the first season they are still finding their rhythm and footing and stuff (just like the initial Ellen show) - so maybe season two would have been better if it had lasted. I guess if you are a huge Ellen Degeneres fan it will be worth it to add this to your collection. For the rest, I can't really say it will be worth it. Then again, different strokes for different folks - that is what makes the world go round. The premise itself is cute enough I guess - not believable in any way, though. I was expecting a lot more. Many jokes fall flat and seem to be dragged out quite a bit for no real reason. The guest stars were the best part. I think I might have giggled out loud maybe two times while watching the whole set. It just didn't do it for me. I have a few other boxed sets of shows - but I love them and usually break them out when I am sick or am snowed in - so they do get watched and re-watched. I can't really see me breaking this set out ever again for another viewing, though.... :( Then again - that is just me...

I remember watching this show when it was originally aired (oh-so-briefly) and thinking that although I was glad to see Ellen back on TV, it wasn't nearly as good or hilarious as her first sitcom. After purchasing and re-watching the series on DVD, I can see that it definitely holds its own. Ellen is the comical Ellen that we all know and love...and the storylines and jokes definitely suit her. For anyone who loves "Ellen" and/or "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," I highly recommend catching "The Ellen Show" as well. You won't be disappointed.

Although the very first episode was kind of blah, The rest are very good. With a great cast, including Cloris Leachman as Ellen's mother, Martin Mull as the principal, Jim Gaffigan as the history teacher and Ellen's old high school flame, who wants to rekindle the fire, Kerri Kenney as the home economics teacher. So glad I picked this up!

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For a used item that came a few days before the delivery date, the package looked basically new and there was no glitches when I was watching the episodes on my smart tv. The tv show is hilarious and is what I would expect from the very funny talk show host Ellen Degeneres.

Smart, funny and delightfully candid ! Great jokes ! Too bad it was cancelled so early. I could enjoy at least 4 or 5 seasons in the company of the crazy Clark's citizens !!

Highly recommend it, especially if your an Ellen fan! Great cast; the acting and characters are A+. Hoping she starts another series where this left off...

DVD was delivered early. Funny show