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Les Misérables(1978)
Status: Released
Date: 1978-12-27
72%
42 Votes
Time: 2h 30m
A classic tale of one man's search for freedom and another's quest for revenge.
Overview:
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.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United Kingdom
ProductionCompanies: 
Norman Rosemont Productions
Movie: Les Misérables
Top 10 Billed Cast
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
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Overview
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.
Release Date
1978-12-27
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7.226
Rating:
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A classic tale of one man's search for freedom and another's quest for revenge.
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