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The Elephant Man
The Elephant Man

The Elephant Man

1980·2h 4m·Drama, History
8.14,059 ratings

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.

Cast

  • Anthony HopkinsAnthony HopkinsFrederick Treves
  • John HurtJohn HurtJohn Merrick
  • Anne BancroftAnne BancroftMrs Kendal
  • John GielgudJohn GielgudCarr Gomm
  • Wendy HillerWendy HillerMothershead
  • Freddie JonesFreddie JonesBytes
  • Michael ElphickMichael ElphickNight Porter
  • Hannah GordonHannah GordonMrs Treves
  • Helen RyanHelen RyanPrincess Alex
  • John StandingJohn StandingFox
  • Dexter FletcherDexter FletcherBytes' Boy
  • Lesley DunlopLesley DunlopNora
  • Phoebe NichollsPhoebe NichollsMerrick's Mother
  • Pat GormanPat GormanFairground Bobby
  • Claire DavenportClaire DavenportFat Lady

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