Les Misérables (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Series · ★ 6.9
Released in 2000, Les Misérables is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. Set against the background of the French Revolution and based on Victor Hugo's classic novel this is the story of Jean Valjean who is sent to prison for stealing a loaf of bread and is released after nineteen years. He meets and cares for a beautiful but poverty-stricken young girl named Fantine who has daughter Cosette. After Fantine's death Valjean brings Cosette up but he is haunted by Javert - a policeman whose search for Valjean has become an obsession.
Who’s in it. Les Misérables stars Gérard Depardieu as Jean Valjean, John Malkovich as Javert, Christian Clavier as Thénardier and Asia Argento as Éponine Thénardier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Les Misérables has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Les Misérables (2000)?
- 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 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Les Misérables?
- Les Misérables stars Gérard Depardieu, John Malkovich, Christian Clavier, Asia Argento and Charlotte Gainsbourg.
- When was Les Misérables released?
- Les Misérables was released in 2000.