Cast of The Elephant Man

Anthony Hopkins portrays Dr. Frederick Treves, the compassionate surgeon who discovers John Merrick's condition and brings him to the hospital for care.

John Hurt plays John Merrick, the tragically disfigured man who is rescued from a life of exploitation and cruelty by Dr. Treves.

Anne Bancroft brings to life Mrs. Kendal, a prominent actress who befriends John Merrick and helps him experience moments of acceptance and joy.

John Gielgud takes on the role of Carr Gomm, the compassionate hospital administrator who supports Dr. Treves in caring for John Merrick.

Wendy Hiller portrays Mothershead, a stern but ultimately kind-hearted matron at the hospital who oversees John Merrick's day-to-day care.

Freddie Jones plays Bytes, the cruel and exploitative circus manager who initially exhibits John Merrick as a sideshow attraction.

Michael Elphick portrays the Night Porter, a character who interacts with John Merrick during his time at the hospital.

Hannah Gordon appears as Mrs. Anne Treves, the supportive and understanding wife of Dr. Treves who also shows kindness to John Merrick.

Helen Ryan depicts Princess Alex, a compassionate visitor to the hospital who forms a connection with John Merrick.

John Standing plays Dr. Fox, a colleague of Dr. Treves who assists in the medical care of John Merrick.

Dexter Fletcher portrays Bytes' Boy, a young helper in the circus managed by Bytes who has interactions with John Merrick.

Lesley Dunlop appears as Nora, a character connected to John Merrick's past whose interactions with him reveal more about his tragic history.