The Elephant Man 1980
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SplatA 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Frederick Treves
as John Merrick
as Mrs Kendal
as Carr Gomm
as Mothershead
as Bytes
as Night Porter
as Mrs Treves
as Princess Alex
as Fox
Director:
Writer:
David Lynch, Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren, Ashley Montagu, Frederick Treves
Stars:
Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller, Freddie Jones, Michael Elphick, Hannah Gordon, Helen Ryan, John Standing,
Genres:
Drama,History
Release Date:
1980 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
124 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Elephant Man
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Frederick Treves
as John Merrick
as Mrs Kendal
as Carr Gomm
as Mothershead
as Bytes
as Night Porter
as Mrs Treves
as Princess Alex
as Fox
as Bytes' Boy
as Nora
as Merrick's Mother
as Fairground Bobby
as Fat Lady
as Skeleton Man
as Distraught Woman
as Alderman
as Fire Eater
as Hodges
as Pierce
as Messenger
as Cabman
as Cook
as Nurse Kathleen
as Young Porter
as Milkman
as 1st Fighting Woman
as 2nd Fighting Woman
as Tart
as Broadneck
as 1st Committee Man
as Mrs Kendal's Dresser
as Man in Pub
as Lady Waddington
as Lord Waddington
as Man With Whores
as 1st Whore
as 2nd Whore
as Plumed Dwarf
as Giant
as Midget
as Midget
as Siamese Twin
as Siamese Twin
as Japanese Bleeder
as Little Jim
as Screaming Mum
as First Bobby
as Second Bobby
as King In Panto
as Puss In Panto
as Princess In Panto
as Principal Boy
as Tree
as Tree
as Lion / Coachman
as Fairy
as Horse
as Horse
as Horse
as Horse
as Merrick's Mother
as Man in the Bowler Hat in the Mob Chasing Merrick (uncredited)
as Policeman (uncredited)
as Man at Lecture (uncredited)
as Young Aristocrat (uncredited)
as Injured Man (uncredited)
as Kid at Train Station (uncredited)
as Thug from Pub (uncredited)
as Man in crowd (uncredited)
as Man in Pub (uncredited)
as Committee Member (uncredited)
as Lyra Box Player #1 (uncredited)
as Lyra Box Player #2 (uncredited)
as Man at Lecture (uncredited)
as Man at Lecture (uncredited)
as Kid at Train Station #2 (uncredited)
as Courtier (uncredited)
as Committee Member (uncredited)
as Lecture Assistant (uncredited)
as Nurse (uncredited)
as Doctor (uncredited)
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