Where can I watch Der Elefantenmensch (1980)?

In USA, Der Elefantenmensch is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Der Elefantenmensch worth watching?

Der Elefantenmensch holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and historie. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in Der Elefantenmensch?

Der Elefantenmensch stars Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud and Wendy Hiller.

When was Der Elefantenmensch released?

Der Elefantenmensch was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.

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Der Elefantenmensch (1980): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1980 · Film · ★ 8.1

Released in 1980, Der Elefantenmensch is a drama and historie film directed by David Lynch, running about 124 minutes. “"Ich bin kein Tier! Ich bin ein menschliches Wesen! Ich..bin...ein Mensch!"” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Seit seiner Kindheit ist John Merrick furchtbar entstellt. Als "Elefantenmensch" wird er auf Jahrmärkten vorgeführt und von seinem sadistischen "Besitzer" gequält, bis ihn schließlich der Arzt Frederick Treves entdeckt und ihm Hilfe anbietet. John Merrick soll endlich wie ein Mensch leben. David Lynchs zweiter Spielfilm ist ein eindringliches Plädoyer für Menschlichkeit und Würde. Die meisterliche Schwarzweißfotografie von Kameramann Freddie Francis und das bemerkenswerte Spiel von John Hurt und Anthony Hopkins ließen den Film zu einem gefeierten Klassiker werden.

Who’s in it. Der Elefantenmensch stars Anthony Hopkins as Dr. Frederick Treves, John Hurt as John Merrick, Anne Bancroft as Mrs. Kendal and John Gielgud as Carr Gomm, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Der Elefantenmensch sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $26M at the box office.

Where to watch. In USA you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der Elefantenmensch page.

If you liked it. Fans of Der Elefantenmensch tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.

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Where can I watch Der Elefantenmensch (1980)?: In USA, Der Elefantenmensch is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Der Elefantenmensch worth watching?: Der Elefantenmensch holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and historie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Der Elefantenmensch?: Der Elefantenmensch stars Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, John Gielgud and Wendy Hiller.
When was Der Elefantenmensch released?: Der Elefantenmensch was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.