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Film · 1980

The Elephant Man

"A true story of courage and human dignity."

1980 124 min ★ 8.0/10 Drama History

Directed by David Lynch

Written by David Lynch , Christopher De Vore

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.

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Who are the main actors in The Elephant Man?

The main actors in The Elephant Man are Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller.

Who directed The Elephant Man?

The Elephant Man was directed by David Lynch.

When was The Elephant Man released?

The Elephant Man was released in 1980.

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The Elephant Man has a rating of 8.0/10 based on 3,873 votes.

How long is The Elephant Man?

The Elephant Man has a runtime of 124 minutes.


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