1980
8.1 (3660 votes)
2h 4m
Genres
Drama
History
Production Companies
Brooksfilms
Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures
The Elephant Man
A true story of courage and human dignity.
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Director: David Lynch
Screenplay: David Lynch, Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren
Director of Photography: Freddie Francis
Producer: Jonathan Sanger, Mel Brooks
Top Cast
Videos
Official 40th Anniversary Restoration Trailer
Official Trailer
