The Elephant Man

The Elephant Man

A true story of courage and human dignity.
19802h 4minDrama MoviesEnglish
8.0

Plot

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.

WriterFrederick Treves
DirectorDavid Lynch
ActorAnthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft
CountryUnited States of America
ProductionBrooksfilms