The Best Episodes of The Ellen DeGeneres Show

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   10.0/10(1 votes)

   #1 - Kirsten Dunst, Scott Wolf

   S2:E99/16/2004

   Scott Wolf from “Everwood” discusses his recent wedding in his sole appearance on “Ellen.” Kristen Dunst recounts presenting an award at the MTV Movie Awards, where Ellen surprised everyone by dressing as Spider-Man alongside Tobey Maguire. She also reminisces about her early acting stint in a cereal commercial.

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   #2 - Minnie Driver, Sarah Hyland

   S9:E5411/28/2011

   MINNIE DRIVER is demanding a rematch! She took to Twitter earlier this week to insist that she get a chance to play a game on the show, and today her wish just might come true! Knowing how seriously Ellen takes her games, this is going to be a fight to the finish! Then, she's the adorably oblivious older daughter on the hit comedy, "Modern Family," SARAH HYLAND is here! The starlet is about to turn the big 2-1, and Ellen is going to make sure she celebrates in style! Plus, a deserving family that's going through a hard time is backstage -- and has no idea they're about to be on the show to get the vacation surprise of a lifetime! Wait 'til you see how Ellen broke the news! Add the most memorable round of Hidden Audience Talents ever, and this is one Monday that will start your week off right!

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   #3 - Episode 134

   S11:E1344/11/2014

   Miranda Lambert performs.

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   10.0/10(1 votes)

   #4 - Best Moments of Season 15

   S15:E921/30/2018

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   8.9/10(23 votes)

   #5 - Barack Obama, Sabrina Bryan, Mark Ballas

   S5:E3810/29/2007

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   8.9/10(19 votes)

   #6 - Pink, Patrick Dempsey, Gabrielle Douglas, McKayla Maroney, Kyla Ross

   S10:E19/10/2012

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   8.8/10(11 votes)

   #7 - Episode 18

   S6:E1810/1/2008

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   8.7/10(47 votes)

   #8 - Barbra Steisand, Ashlee Simpson

   S3:E3610/24/2005

   Ellen takes her audience inside Barbra Streisand’s home for a rare, unforgettable interview filled with stories and laughter. Plus, Ashlee Simpson opens up about her infamous SNL lip-sync incident, sharing what really happened and how she moved forward.

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   8.6/10(21 votes)

   #9 - Hugh Laurie/Tommy Lee

   S4:E79/12/2006

   From one of Ellen's favorite television shows, "<b><i>House</i></b>," HUGH LAURIE drops by to talk about the show's exciting new season. Plus, the Rock Star himself, TOMMY LEE visits with Ellen to talk about his hit show "<b><i>Rock Star: Supernova</i></b>" and which contestant he thinks will be the best fit for his new band, "<i>Supernova</i>."

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    8.6/10(16 votes)

    #10 - Lauren Graham/Letoya/Emmitt Smith

    S4:E179/26/2006

    Television's favorite mom, LAUREN GRAHAM from "<i><b>Gilmore Girls</b> (The CW, Tuesday @ 8pm)</i>," joins Ellen and talks about the seventh season. Plus, LETOYA performs her number one hit, "<u>Torn</u>," from her self-titled CD, "<u>Letoya</u>." And, NFL star EMMITT SMITH chats with Ellen about taking his fancy footwork from the football field to the dance floor on "<i><b>Dancing with the Stars</b> (ABC, Tuesday and Wednesday @ 8pm)</i>." Ellen continues to work on her "Life List" when she takes a Spanish class at a Burbank middle school!

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    8.5/10(30 votes)

    #11 - Sting/Robert Downey Jr.

    S4:E189/27/2006

    ELLEN has the 1st exclusive talk show appearance with ROBERT DOWNEY JR. & STING! They chat about how their marriages keep them grounded and what it was like working together for the first time on the upcoming film "<b>A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints</b>." And, Ellen finds out what's on their "Life Lists." Plus, don't miss more of Ellen's "Wednesday's Wonderful World of Web Videos!"

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    8.4/10(22 votes)

    #12 - Orlando Bloom/Biance Ryan/Chi-Lan Lieu

    S4:E89/13/2006

    Making his first appearance on the show, one of Hollywood's hottest actors, ORLANDO BLOOM drops by to talk about his new film "<b>Haven</b>." Plus, the soulful sounds of 11-year-old BIANCA RYAN, the winner of "<b><i>America's Got Talent</i></b>". Chi-Lan Lieu, host of HGTV's "<b><i>I Want That! Tech Toys</i></b>," is here to preview cool gadgets for fall.

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    8.2/10(11 votes)

    #13 - Jennifer Aniston, Principal Sherrie Gahn

    S19:E29/14/2021

    She was Ellen’s very first guest, and now she’s here to help kick off her final season - JENNIFER ANISTON is here! The Emmy-winning actress has been one of the world’s most beloved stars between her time on “Friends” and movies like “The Good Girl,” and now she’s here to talk about the upcoming second season of “The Morning Show.” You don’t want to miss her return! Then, Ellen welcomes back Principal Sherrie Gahn, who we first met 10 years ago. She inspired many as she talked about the passion and dedication to her students at Whitney Elementary School in Las Vegas, Nevada. Over the years, Ellen has given over $200,000 worth of school supplies and funds to Sherrie and her beloved school, and now she’s here to give an update on how her life has changed since her first appearance on the show, and Ellen even has a couple big surprises in store for this amazing educator!

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    8.1/10(31 votes)

    #14 - Jennifer Aniston (Series Premiere)

    S1:E19/8/2003

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    8.1/10(25 votes)

    #15 - Jennifer Aniston/Kenny Chesney/Hugh Laurie

    S3:E5011/11/2005

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    8.1/10(22 votes)

    #16 - Dana Carvey, Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus

    S5:E2810/11/2007

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    8.1/10(21 votes)

    #17 - Kelly Clarkson

    S17:E69/16/2019

    Talk-show host Kelly Clarkson ("The Kelly Clarkson Show").

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    8.0/10(25 votes)

    #18 - Peter Boyle/Eve

    S1:E69/18/2004

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    8.0/10(100 votes)

    #19 - Naomi Watts/Shoshana Johnson/Five For Fighting

    S1:E242/9/2004

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    8.0/10(22 votes)

    #20 - Jake Gyllenhaal/Carmen Electra

    S3:E4911/10/2005

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    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Jennifer Aniston, P!nk, Billie Eilish

    S19:E1765/26/2022

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    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #22 - Andre Agassi/Kim Basinger

    S4:E59/8/2006

    Academy Award winning actress KIM BASINGER visits with Ellen for the first time and chats about her upcoming film "<b>The Mermaid Chair</b>." Andre Agassi in his first talk show interview ever! He talks about his retirement, his family, and gives Ellen some tennis tips. Mike Holmes from Discovery Home Network's "<b><i>Holmes on Homes</i></b>" stops by to give his tips on how everyone can avoid home repair nightmares.

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    7.7/10(21 votes)

    #23 - Robin Williams

    S2:E3010/15/2004

    Ellen kicks off the episode by dancing with her audience and checking in on viewers at home. Robin Williams, in his second appearance, shares memories of Christopher Reeve, discusses his unique wine blend gift for Ellen, and reveals his surprising high school superlative.

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    7.7/10(14 votes)

    #24 - Matt Damon, Natasha Lyonne

    S13:E169/29/2015

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    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #25 - Melissa McCarthy

    S17:E29/10/2019

    Melissa McCarthy ("Superintelligence"); Average Andy drives a pedicab around New York City; Ellen welcomes a viral-video family.

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