Aired Sunday April 26, 10:30pm - 12:30amon BBC One London

The Elephant Man (1980)

Biography / Drama

Based on the life of John Merrick, a man born with a disfiguring disease who seemed doomed to a grim existence as a sideshow freak until taken in by a London surgeon and introduced to society. Despite his dreadful experiences, Merrick is a gentle, intelligent soul and becomes a popular guest in Victorian drawing rooms - but only if his deformed features are completely covered.

Country
USA
Cast and crew
  • David LynchDirector
  • John HurtJohn Merrick, 'The Elephant Man'
  • Anthony HopkinsDr. Frederick 'Freddie' Treves
  • Anne BancroftMrs. Kendal
  • John GielgudCarr Gomm
  • Wendy HillerMothershead
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