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Ella McCay

2025·Movie
1h 55min·PG-13

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Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A story about the people you love, and how to survive them.

An idealistic young politician juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of her mentor, the state’s longtime incumbent governor.
Political DramaComing-of-AgeFamily LifeSocial CommentaryCharacter StudyContemporary IssuesFemale LeadMentorshipPersonal & Professional

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Ella McCay legally?

Ella McCay is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Ella McCay worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 5.2, Rotten Tomatoes 23%, and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ella McCay rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Ella McCay?

1 h 55 min

Ella McCay runs 1 h 55 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Ella McCay?

Critics31
Audiences46

Not quite. Audiences rate Ella McCay higher (46) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Ella McCay a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$5 million

No. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 13% of its budget.

What language is Ella McCay in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Ella McCay?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ella McCay in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.