The Elephant Man

The Elephant Man

8 | 1980-10-09 | Drama History

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.

Featured Crew

Maggie Cartier Casting
David Lynch Screenplay
Freddie Francis Director of Photography
David Lynch Director
Stuart Craig Production Design
Jonathan Sanger Producer
John Morris Original Music Composer
Patricia Norris Costume Design
Anne V. Coates Editor
Frederick Treves Book

Cast

Anthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
Frederick Treves
John Hurt
John Hurt
John Merrick
Anne Bancroft
Anne Bancroft
Mrs Kendal
John Gielgud
John Gielgud
Carr Gomm
Wendy Hiller
Wendy Hiller
Mothershead
Michael Elphick
Michael Elphick
Night Porter
Hannah Gordon
Hannah Gordon
Mrs Treves
Helen Ryan
Helen Ryan
Princess Alex

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