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.

"The immortal classic that shook a nation… is now a glorious picture !"

Credits

Richard BoleslawskiDirector

Fredric MarchJean Valjean / Champmathieu

Charles LaughtonInspector Emile Javert

Cedric HardwickeBishop Bienvenue (as Sir Cedric Hardwicke)

Rochelle HudsonCosette