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Les Misérables (1958)

Poster for Les Misérables

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

Director
Jean-Paul Le Chanois
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    Jean Valjean / Champmathieu Jean Gabin
  • Profile picture of Bernard Blier
    Javert (père et fils) Bernard Blier
  • Profile picture of Béatrice Altariba
    Cosette Béatrice Altariba
  • Profile picture of Giani Esposito
    Marius de Pontmercy Giani Esposito
  • Profile picture of Bourvil
    Thénardier Bourvil
  • Profile picture of Silvia Monfort
    Éponine Thénardier Silvia Monfort
  • Profile picture of Danièle Delorme
    Fantine Danièle Delorme
  • Profile picture of Elfriede Florin
    La Thénardier Elfriede Florin

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Keywords

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  • prisoner
  • based on novel or book
  • falsely accused
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  • fake identity
  • french revolution
  • motherly love
  • promise
  • 19th century
  • relentless cop