The Elephant Man
1980, English. Directed by David Lynch.
A true story of courage and human dignity.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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8.0/10 from 4,123 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Elephant Man
The Elephant Man isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 9 October 1980
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- David Lynch, Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $26M
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What The Elephant Man is based on
The Elephant Man is based on a true story.
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The Elephant Man: quick answers
Is The Elephant Man worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 4,123 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Elephant Man?
The Elephant Man runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Does The Elephant Man have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Elephant Man. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Elephant Man parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Elephant Man is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Elephant Man on?
The Elephant Man isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Elephant Man?
If you liked The Elephant Man, try Six Minutes to Midnight, Radium Girls, I Swear.
Who directed The Elephant Man?
The Elephant Man (1980) was directed by David Lynch and stars Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft.
What is The Elephant Man based on?
The Elephant Man is based on a true story.