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.
Details
Release date1980-10-09
Runtime124 min
GenresDrama, History
DirectorDavid Lynch
CastAnthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud, Wendy Hiller, Freddie Jones, Michael Elphick, Hannah Gordon
ProductionBrooksfilms
CountriesUnited States of America, United Kingdom
LanguagesEnglish
AwardsNominated for 8 Oscars. 11 wins & 22 nominations total
