The Elephant Man is a poignant and emotionally powerful film centered around the true story of Joseph Merrick, a severely deformed man in 19th century London. Known derisively as the Elephant Man, Merrick is discovered by Dr. Frederick Treves and taken from a life of degradation in a freak show to be studied at a hospital. As Treves helps Merrick find dignity and humanity, the film explores themes of compassion, the nature of beauty, and the impact of society’s judgments.

John Hurt, Anthony Hopkins, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud