The Elephant Man (1980)

The Elephant Man (1980)

Oct 09, 1980 United States of America Brooksfilms Paramount Pictures 124 Min.
8.036 3522 votes

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.