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.

Release Year: 1980

Genres: Drama, History

Country: United States of America

Language: English

Runtime: 124 minutes

Rating: 8.05/10

Writer: David Lynch, Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren

Director: David Lynch