Anthony Hopkins
Frederick Treves
Movie
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Synopsis
“A true story of courage and human dignity.”
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
Top Billed Cast
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
Helen Ryan
Princess Alex
John Standing
Fox
Dexter Fletcher
Bytes' Boy
Lesley Dunlop
Nora
Phoebe Nicholls
Merrick's Mother
Pat Gorman
Fairground Bobby
No photo Claire Davenport
Fat Lady
No photo Orla Pederson
Skeleton Man
No photo Patsy Smart
Distraught Woman
Frederick Treves
Alderman
No photo Stromboli
Fire Eater
No photo Richard Hunter
Hodges
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Elephant Man available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
What year was The Elephant Man released?
The Elephant Man was released in 1980.
How long is The Elephant Man?
The Elephant Man has a runtime of 2h 4m.
What genre is The Elephant Man?
The Elephant Man is classified as Drama, History.
What is the age rating for The Elephant Man?
The Elephant Man is rated PG.