Les Misérables
I miserabili: Caccia all'uomo
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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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Top Cast
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Gino Cervi
Jean Valjean
Valentina Cortese
Fantine
Hans Hinrich
Javert
Luigi Pavese
Thénardier
Jone Romano
La Thénardier
Gino Cavalieri
Blanchard
Massimo Pianforini
Vescovo Myriel
Duccia Giraldi
Cosetta da bambina
Nino Marchetti
Courfeyrac
Alba Setaccioli
La capo reparto dell'ufficina
Andreina Pagnani
Suor Simplicia
Delia Orman
Éponine
Gabriele Ferzetti
(uncredited)
Cosetta Greco
(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 21, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Riccardo Freda
- Screenplay & Story
- Riccardo Freda, Mario Monicelli, Steno
- Original Score
- Alessandro Cicognini
- Original Title
- I miserabili: Caccia all'uomo
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Lux Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Riccardo Freda
Riccardo Freda, Mario Monicelli, Steno, Victor Hugo
Alessandro Cicognini
Rodolfo Lombardi
Otello Colangeli
Carlo Ponti
Department Leadership Roster
Riccardo Freda
Director
Carlo Ponti
Producer
Rodolfo Lombardi
Director of Photography
Riccardo Freda
Screenplay
Mario Monicelli
Screenplay
Steno
Screenplay
Otello Colangeli
Editor
Guido Del Re
Production Design
Dario Cecchi
Costume Design
Alessandro Cicognini
Original Music Composer
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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 Riccardo Freda.
Who stars in Les Misérables?
The principal cast of Les Misérables includes Gino Cervi, Valentina Cortese, Hans Hinrich, Luigi Pavese, Jone Romano.
When was Les Misérables released and how long is it?
Les Misérables was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Les Misérables?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Les Misérables was composed by Alessandro Cicognini.
Is Les Misérables based on a book or true story?
Les Misérables is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Victor Hugo".