The Elephant Man

A Victorian surgeon rescues a heavily-disfigured and mistreated young man working as a sideshow freak, who gradually reveals his capacity for kindness, intelligence and sophistication.

Director

David Lynch

Writer

Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren, David Lynch

Released

10 Oct 1980

Country

United States, United Kingdom

Awards

Nominated for 8 Oscars. 11 wins & 22 nominations total