Les Misérables_
"A classic tale of one man's search for freedom and another's quest for revenge."
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.
Director
Glenn Jordan
Starring
Richard Jordan, Anthony Perkins, Cyril Cusack
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Les Misérables was released 48 years ago in 1978.
Les Misérables is a Drama, History, Romance film with a runtime of 2h 30m.
CAST (20)
Richard Jordan
Jean Valjean
Anthony Perkins
Javert
Cyril Cusack
Fauchlevent
Claude Dauphin
Bishop Myriel
John Gielgud
Gillenormand
Ian Holm
Thénardier
Celia Johnson
Sister Simplice
Joyce Redman
Magliore
Flora Robson
the Prioress
Christopher Guard
Marius
Caroline Langrishe
Cosette
Angela Pleasence
Fantine
DS
David Swift
Troufiat
TM
Timothy Morand
Enjolras
William Squire
Magistrate
GR
Geoffrey Russell
Court President
Caroline Blakiston
Mme Thénardier
Michael Sheard
Commissary
Dexter Fletcher
Gavroche
JP
Joanna Price
Cosette as child
CREW
Director
Writer
STUDIOS (1)
ITC Entertainment
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
150 min (2h 30m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
7.1/10 (36 votes)
Popularity
6
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Les Misérables about?
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.
How long is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables has a runtime of 150 minutes (2h 30m).
Who directed Les Misérables?
Les Misérables was directed by Glenn Jordan.
Who stars in Les Misérables?
The cast of Les Misérables includes Richard Jordan, Anthony Perkins, Cyril Cusack, Claude Dauphin, John Gielgud.
What is the rating of Les Misérables?
Les Misérables has a rating of 7.1 out of 10 based on 36 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (4)
Drama
History
Romance
TV Movie
KEYWORDS (6)
based on novel or book
falsely accused
french revolution
motherly love
18th century
relentless cop
