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Where to Watch The Elephant Man(1980)

A true story of courage and human dignity.

8.2IMDb
91%Rotten Tomatoes
78Metascore
DramaHistory2h 4m

Looking for where to watch The Elephant Man? You can currently find The Elephant Man online through Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, and Apple iTunes. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.

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.

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The Elephant Man (1980), directed by David Lynch, is a drama film and is available to stream on 6 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.2/10 and 91% on Rotten Tomatoes from 3,898 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1980, it's a 1980s drama that continues to find new audiences through streaming.

The film stars Anthony Hopkins, John Hurt, and Anne Bancroft. At 124 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.

If you're looking to watch The Elephant Man online, the best option is Criterion Channel for subscribers — included with the standard subscription, no rental required. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Michael Collins and Misery, both of which are available to stream right now.

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  • No — The Elephant Man isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Criterion Channel.
  • The Elephant Man is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the US.
  • No — The Elephant Man isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Criterion Channel.
  • No — The Elephant Man isn't on a free-with-ads service right now, but it's included with Criterion Channel.
  • The Elephant Man runs 2h 4m (124 minutes total).
  • IMDb 8.2/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 78/100.

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