The Elephant Man

IMDb 8.0HDPG1980

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.

Country: United States of America
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 1980-10-09
Directors: David Lynch
Productions: Brooksfilms
Casts: Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller