The Elephant Man has been acclaimed by critics the world over for cinematographic excellence and for its outstanding story of the triumph of human dignity over ignorance, prejudice, hatred and fear. Based on a true story, the film examines the complex emotional experiences faced by John Merrick, "The Elephant Man" (Hurt), when he is discovered by a dedicated surgeon (Hopkins). Rescued from his degrading life as a circus freak, Merrick is given a chance to live his last years with comfort, respect and dignity. Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud and Wendy Hiller add their impressive skills in strong supporting roles. An unforgettable motion picture... a remarkable story, remarkably told.
Production Year:
1980
Released:
Tue, 12/11/2001
Run Time Minutes:
123
Genres:
Drama
Trailer:
Yes
Format Aspect Ratio:
2.35-Super Wide Screen
Resolution:
720x1280 HiRez
More Information:
HiDef-4 [d]
Audio Language:
French
Audio Format:
Dolby Digital
Audio Channels:
Mono
Actors:
Anthony Hopkins - Frederick Treves
Actors:
John Hurt - John Merrick
Actors:
Anne Bancroft - Mrs Kendal
Actors:
John Gielgud - Carr Gomm
Actors:
Wendy Hiller - Mothershead
Actors:
Freddie Jones - Bytes
Actors:
Michael Elphick - Night Porter
Actors:
Hannah Gordon - Mrs Treves
Actors:
Helen Ryan - Princess Alex
Actors:
John Standing - Fox
Actors:
Dexter Fletcher - Bytes' Boy
Actors:
Lesley Dunlop - Nora
Actors:
Phoebe Nicholls - Merrick's Mother
Actors:
Pat Gorman - Fairground Bobby
Actors:
Claire Davenport - Fat Lady
Actors:
Orla Pederson - Skeleton Man
Actors:
Patsy Smart - Distraught Woman
Actors:
Frederick Treves - Alderman
Actors:
Stromboli - Fire Eater
Actors:
Richard Hunter - Hodges
Actors:
James Cormack - Pierce
Actors:
Robert Bush - Messenger
Actors:
Roy Evans - Cabman
Actors:
Joan Rhodes - Cook
Actors:
Nula Conwell - Nurse Kathleen
Actors:
Tony London - Young Porter
Actors:
Alfie Curtis - Milkman
Actors:
Bernadette Milnes - 1st Fighting Woman
Actors:
Brenda Kempner - 2nd Fighting Woman
Actors:
Carole Harrison - Tart
Actors:
Hugh Manning - Broadneck
Actors:
Dennis Burgess - 1st Committee Man
Actors:
Fanny Carby - Mrs Kendal's Dresser
Actors:
Morgan Sheppard - Man in Pub
Actors:
Kathleen Byron - Lady Waddington
Actors:
Gerald Case - Lord Waddington
Actors:
David Ryall - Man with Whores
Actors:
Deirdre Costello - 1st Whore
Actors:
Pauline Quirke - 2nd Whore
Actors:
Kenny Baker - Plumed Dwarf
Actors:
Chris Greener - Giant
Actors:
Marcus Powell - Midget
Actors:
Gilda Cohen - Midget
Actors:
Lisa Scoble - Siamese Twin
Actors:
Teri Scoble - Siamese Twin
Actors:
Eiji Kusuhara - Japanese Bleeder
Actors:
Robert Day - Little Jim
Actors:
Patricia Hodge - Screaming Mum
Actors:
Tommy Wright - First Bobby
Actors:
Peter Davidson - Second Bobby
Actors:
John Rapley - King in Panto
Actors:
Hugh Spight - Puss in Panto
Actors:
Teresa Codling - Princess in Panto
Actors:
Marion Betzold - Principal Boy
Actors:
Caroline Haigh - Tree
Actors:
Florenzio Morgado - Tree
Actors:
Victor Kravchenko - Lion/Coachman
Actors:
Beryl Hicks - Fairy
Actors:
Michele Amas - Horse
Actors:
Lucie Alford - Horse
Actors:
Penny Wright - Horse
Actors:
Janie Kells - Horse
Actors:
Lydia Lisle - Merrick's Mother
Actors:
Adam Caine - Kid at Train Station