PG

The Elephant Man

A true story of courage and human dignity.

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Release date: 1980

Rating 8.2

(273k)
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2h 4m

The Elephant Man
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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 m...

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Cast

Trailers & Clips

Official 40th Anniversary Restoration Trailer

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Official Trailer

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Emotional scene from THE ELEPHANT MAN

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