Ellie
Synopsis
Set in the backwoods of the deep south. Young, beautiful Ellie has just witnessed the murder of her father at the hands of her evil step-mother Cora and Cora's three lecherous sons, all hoping to get their hand's on Ellie's father's money. Vowing to avenge her father's death, Ellie plots to do in the murderers using the only weapon she has: her body.
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Shelley Winters
Cora Jackson
Edward Albert
Tom
Sheila Kennedy
Ellie Jackson
Pat Paulsen
Sheriff Pete
Patrick Tovatt
Art
George Gobel
Preacher
James Gaspard
Billy
Robert Keith
Frank
Tom Matts
Sidney Jackson
Frank H. Miller
Wally
Ouida White
Beatrice
Patrick McKenna
Druggist
Trevor Cory
Bartender
Mary Wynn
Barmaid
Robin Hood Brians
Band M.C.
Dan Dickerson
Bar Stage Hand
Mary Stoddard
Stand-in
Billie Jean Gaither
Stand-in
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Wittman
- Screenplay & Story
- Glenn Allen Smith
- Original Score
- Bob Pickering
- Original Title
- Ellie
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Film Ventures International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Wittman
Glenn Allen Smith
Bob Pickering
George Tirl
Francine C. Rudine
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Wittman
Director
George Tirl
Director of Photography
Randy Fife
Stunt Coordinator
Glenn Allen Smith
Screenplay
Francine C. Rudine
Producer
Bob Pickering
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ellie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ellie about?
Set in the backwoods of the deep south. Young, beautiful Ellie has just witnessed the murder of her father at the hands of her evil step-mother Cora and Cora's three lecherous sons, all hoping to get their hand's on Ellie's father's money. Vowing to avenge her father's death, Ellie plots to do in the murderers using the only weapon she has: her body.
Who directed Ellie?
Ellie was directed by Peter Wittman.
Who stars in Ellie?
The principal cast of Ellie includes Shelley Winters, Edward Albert, Sheila Kennedy, Pat Paulsen, Patrick Tovatt.
When was Ellie released and how long is it?
Ellie was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Ellie?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ellie was composed by Bob Pickering.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ellie?
Ellie holds official age classifications: CA: R.