The Elephant Man

#328 in the all-time ranking · #175 among films

0 Oscar wins · 8 nominations

Age rating

12+

Runtime

2h 4m

The Elephant Man is rated 12+ and runs 2h 4m.

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.

Streaming in Switzerland: Canal+, MUBI