The Elephant Man

1980 "A true story of courage and human dignity."
8.2| 2h4m| PG| en| Drama, History
Storyline

A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily disfigured man being mistreated by his "owner" as a side-show freak. Behind his monstrous façade, there is revealed a person of great intelligence and sensitivity. Based on the true story of Joseph Merrick (called John Merrick in the film), a severely deformed man in 19th century London.

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  • The Elephant Man Cast
Anthony Hopkins as Frederick Treves
John Hurt as John Merrick
Anne Bancroft as Mrs Kendal
John Gielgud as Carr Gomm
Wendy Hiller as Mothershead
Freddie Jones as Bytes
Michael Elphick as Night Porter
Hannah Gordon as Mrs Treves
Helen Ryan as Princess Alex