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Les Misérables
“The immortal classic that shook a nation… is now a glorious picture !”
7.1 / 10• 1935• 1h 48m•NR• English
DramaHistoryRomance
Storyline
In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.
Cast & Crew
Fredric March
Jean Valjean / Champmathieu
Lead
Charles Laughton
Inspector Emile Javert
Cedric Hardwicke
Bishop Bienvenue (as Sir Cedric Hardwicke)
Rochelle Hudson
Cosette
Florence Eldridge
Fantine
Frances Drake
Eponine
John Beal
Marius
Jessie Ralph
Madame Magloire
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Richard Boleslawski's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Les Misérables is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
