Les Misérables (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1934, Les Misérables is a drama, crime and history film directed by Raymond Bernard, running about 281 minutes.
What it’s about. The lives of numerous people over the course of 20 years in 19th century France, weaved together by the story of an ex-convict named Jean Valjean on the run from an obsessive police inspector, who pursues him for only a minor offense.
Who’s in it. Les Misérables stars Harry Baur as Jean Valjean / Champmathieu, Paul Azaïs as Grantaire, Florelle as Fantine and Josseline Gaël as Cosette, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Les Misérables has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Les Misérables page.
If you liked it. Fans of Les Misérables tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Les Misérables (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Les Misérables change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Les Misérables worth watching?
- Les Misérables holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Les Misérables?
- Les Misérables stars Harry Baur, Paul Azaïs, Florelle, Josseline Gaël and Jean Servais.
- When was Les Misérables released?
- Les Misérables was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 281 minutes.