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.
1980 | 2 h 4 min
Director: David Lynch
Stars: John Hurt, Anthony Hopkins
