Les Miserables
“Victor Hugo's Immortal Classic!”
Synopsis
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.
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Les Miserables (1952) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-02-06
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Michael Rennie
Jean Valjean
Debra Paget
Cosette
Robert Newton
Etienne Javert
Edmund Gwenn
Bishop Courbet
Sylvia Sidney
Fantine
Cameron Mitchell
Marius
Elsa Lanchester
Madame Magloire
James Robertson Justice
Robert
Joseph Wiseman
Genflou
Rhys Williams
Brevet
Florence Bates
Madame Bonnet
Ian Wolfe
Presiding Judge (uncredited)
June Tripp
Mother Superior (uncredited)
Robert Hyatt
Gavroche (uncredited)
Sean McClory
Bamtasbois (uncredited)
John Dierkes
Bosun (uncredited)
Merry Anders
Cicely (uncredited)
Robert Adler
Valjean's Coachman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis Milestone
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Murphy, Victor Hugo
- Original Score
- Alex North
- Original Title
- Les Miserables
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Latin
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis Milestone
Richard Murphy, Victor Hugo
Alex North
Joseph LaShelle
Hugh S. Fowler
Fred Kohlmar
Department Leadership Roster
Lewis Milestone
Director
Richard Murphy
Writer
Fred Kohlmar
Producer
Dorothy Jeakins
Costume Design
Alex North
Original Music Composer
Hugh S. Fowler
Editor
Joseph LaShelle
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Les Miserables
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Les Miserables 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.
Who directed Les Miserables?
Les Miserables was directed by Lewis Milestone.
Who stars in Les Miserables?
The principal cast of Les Miserables includes Michael Rennie, Debra Paget, Robert Newton, Edmund Gwenn, Sylvia Sidney.
When was Les Miserables released and how long is it?
Les Miserables was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Les Miserables?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Les Miserables was composed by Alex North.
Is Les Miserables based on a book or true story?
Les Miserables is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Victor Hugo".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Les Miserables?
Les Miserables holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).