The Elephant Man (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1982, The Elephant Man is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jack Hofsiss, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A taped version of the stage play about a hideously deformed 19th-century London man and how he managed to triumph over his disease.
Who’s in it. The Elephant Man stars Kevin Conway as Frederick Treves, Penny Fuller as Mrs. Kendal, Glenn Close as Princess Alexandra and Richard Clarke as Carr Gomm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Elephant Man has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Elephant Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Elephant Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Elephant Man (1982)?
- In US, The Elephant Man is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Elephant Man worth watching?
- The Elephant Man holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Elephant Man?
- The Elephant Man stars Kevin Conway, Penny Fuller, Glenn Close, Richard Clarke and Philip Anglim.
- When was The Elephant Man released?
- The Elephant Man was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.