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The Elephant Man (1980)

"A true story of courage and human dignity."Movie
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80
The Elephant Man
PG 2 hr 4 minOct 2nd, 1980Drama, History
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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.
StarringAnthony HopkinsJohn HurtAnne Bancroft
DirectorDavid Lynch

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:October 10th, 1980
Movie Budget:$5,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$26,000,000 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Stuart Cornfeld
Production Companies:Brooksfilms, Paramount
Movie Tags:biography, hospital, exploitation