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80% Critic Match
The Elephant Man
“A true story of courage and human dignity.”
8.0 / 10• 1980• 2h 4m•PG• English
DramaHistory
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.
Cast & Crew
Anthony Hopkins
Frederick Treves
Lead
John Hurt
John Merrick
Anne Bancroft
Mrs Kendal
John Gielgud
Carr Gomm
Wendy Hiller
Mothershead
Freddie Jones
Bytes
Michael Elphick
Night Porter
Hannah Gordon
Mrs Treves
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. David Lynch's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Elephant Man is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
