Les Misérables
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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Die Miserablen (1958) DEUTSCH TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-01-02
Top Cast
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Jean Gabin
Jean Valjean / Champmathieu
Bernard Blier
Javert father / Javert son
Béatrice Altariba
Cosette
Giani Esposito
Marius de Pontmercy
Bourvil
Thénardier
Silvia Monfort
Éponine Thénardier
Danièle Delorme
Fantine
Elfriede Florin
La Thénardier
Serge Reggiani
Enjolras
Fernand Ledoux
Monsignor Bienvenu Myriel
Madeleine Barbulée
Sister Simplice
Martine Havet
Cosette at 8 years old
Lucien Baroux
Monsieur Gillenormand
Julienne Paroli
Madame Magloire
Jean Ozenne
Prefect of Montreuil-sur-Mer
Isabelle Lobbe
Azelma
Jimmy Urbain
Gavroche
Gérard Darrieu
Feuilly, revolutionary
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Paul Le Chanois
- Screenplay & Story
- Victor Hugo, Jean-Paul Le Chanois, Michel Audiard, René Barjavel
- Original Score
- Georges Van Parys
- Original Title
- Les Misérables
- Country of Origin
- East Germany, France, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 3h 30m
- Production Studios
- Société Nouvelle Pathé Cinéma, Serena, DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme, Künstlerische Arbeitsgruppe ''Babelsberg'', P.A.C.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Paul Le Chanois
Victor Hugo, Jean-Paul Le Chanois, Michel Audiard, René Barjavel
Georges Van Parys
Jacques Natteau
Lieselotte Johl, Emma Le Chanois
René Bezard, Pierre Cabaud, Paul Cadéac, André Hunebelle, Adrien Remaugé
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Paul Le Chanois
Director
Jacques Natteau
Director of Photography
Georges Van Parys
Original Music Composer
Jean-Paul Le Chanois
Writer
Michel Audiard
Writer
René Barjavel
Writer
André Hunebelle
Producer
Adrien Remaugé
Producer
Serge Piménoff
Production Design
Karl Schneider
Production Design
Marcel Escoffier
Costume Design
Jacqueline Guyot
Costume Design
Frédéric Junker
Costume Design
Luise Schmidt
Costume Design
Lieselotte Johl
Editor
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 Misérables
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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 Jean-Paul Le Chanois.
Who stars in Les Misérables?
The principal cast of Les Misérables includes Jean Gabin, Bernard Blier, Béatrice Altariba, Giani Esposito, Bourvil.
When was Les Misérables released and how long is it?
Les Misérables was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 3h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Les Misérables?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Les Misérables was composed by Georges Van Parys.
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.); FR: TP.