The Elephant Man Ranking Guide: Story, Cast and Legacy
A TMDB-backed guide to The Elephant Man, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.
The Elephant Man (1980) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. A true story of courage and human dignity.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Criterion Channel. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Anthony Hopkins as Frederick Treves; John Hurt as John Merrick; Anne Bancroft as Mrs Kendal; John Gielgud as Carr Gomm; Wendy Hiller as Mothershead; Freddie Jones as Bytes; Michael Elphick as Night Porter; Hannah Gordon as Mrs Treves
About The Elephant Man
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.
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Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Elephant Man?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Criterion Channel. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of The Elephant Man?
Anthony Hopkins as Frederick Treves; John Hurt as John Merrick; Anne Bancroft as Mrs Kendal; John Gielgud as Carr Gomm; Wendy Hiller as Mothershead; Freddie Jones as Bytes; Michael Elphick as Night Porter; Hannah Gordon as Mrs Treves
Is this The Elephant Man guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.
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