Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Ellen DeGeneres, Rob Reiner, Dennis Hopper and Jenna Elfman star in this unforgettable story of a nobody...that has everyone watching. Ed Pekurny (Matthew McConaughey) is just an ordinary guy who thinks he has nothing to lose when he agrees to star in one of the first reality TV shows. Overnight, Ed's a national celebrity and his most private moments become public entertainment as millions tune in to watch a real-life soap opera that's filled with drama, comedy and romance. Academy Award-winner Ron Howard directs this hilarious hit that was a beacon for the future of reality-based entertainment. (Original Title - EDtv)