A true story of courage and human dignity.
19802h 4mPGDrama•History
8.0
TMDB3,927 votes
Synopsis
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.
Studio
Brooksfilms
Release Date
October 9, 1980
Audio
English
Subtitles
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Director
David Lynch
Writers
David Lynch, Eric Bergren, Christopher De Vore
