Les Misérables
“The immortal classic that shook a nation… is now a glorious picture !”
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.
Top Cast
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Fredric March
Jean Valjean / Champmathieu
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
Mary Forbes
Mlle. Baptiseme
Florence Roberts
Toussaint
Jane Kerr
Madame Thenardier
Ferdinand Gottschalk
Thenardier
Charles Haefeli
Brevet
Marilyn Knowlden
Little Cosette (as Marilynne Knowlden)
John Bleifer
Chenildieu
Eily Malyon
Mother Superior
John Carradine
Enjolras
Bess Flowers
Trial Spectator (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 20, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Boleslawski
- Screenplay & Story
- W.P. Lipscomb, Victor Hugo
- Original Score
- Alfred Newman
- Original Title
- Les Misérables
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Boleslawski
W.P. Lipscomb, Victor Hugo
Alfred Newman
Gregg Toland
Barbara McLean
Darryl F. Zanuck
Department Leadership Roster
W.P. Lipscomb
Writer
Richard Boleslawski
Director
Darryl F. Zanuck
Producer
Omar Kiam
Costume Design
Barbara McLean
Editor
Gregg Toland
Director of Photography
Alfred Newman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Les Misérables
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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.
Who directed Les Misérables?
Les Misérables was directed by Richard Boleslawski.
Who stars in Les Misérables?
The principal cast of Les Misérables includes Fredric March, Charles Laughton, Cedric Hardwicke, Rochelle Hudson, Florence Eldridge.
When was Les Misérables released and how long is it?
Les Misérables was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for Les Misérables?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Les Misérables was composed by Alfred Newman.
Is Les Misérables based on a book or true story?
Les Misérables is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Victor Hugo".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Les Misérables?
Les Misérables holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).