Les Misérables: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

Based on Victor Hugo's XIX century classic, Les Misérables will go back to the original novel and delve deep into the many layers of Hugo's story, revelling in Jean Valjean and Javert's cat-and-mouse relationship, against the epic backdrop of France at a time of civil unrest. With a striking intensity and relevance to us today, the novel is testimony to the struggles of France's underclass and how far they must go to survive. The six part television adaptation of the renowned book will vividly and faithfully bring to life the vibrant and engaging characters, the spectacular and authentic imagery and, above all, the incredible yet accessible story that was Hugo's lifework.

Series details

• Title: Les Misérables
• Format: Scripted
• Language: English
• Genres: Drama, Romance, History
• Premiere date: 2018-12-30
• Final broadcast date listed: 2019-02-03
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: BBC One
• Network country: United Kingdom
• Typical episode runtime: 63 minutes
• TVmaze community rating: 7.7/10
• TVMaze ID: 19535
• IMDb ID: tt5900600
• TVDB ID: 354256

Cast and credited roles

• Dominic West — Jean Valjean
• David Oyelowo — Javert
• Adeel Akhtar — Monsieur Thénardier
• David Bradley — Gillenormand
• Olivia Colman — Madame Thénardier
• Enzo Cilenti — Rivette
• Lily Collins — Fantine
• Ellie Bamber — Cosette
• Josh O'Connor — Marius Pontmercy
• Erin Kellyman — Éponine Thénardier
• Joseph Quinn — Enjolras
• Donald Sumpter — Mabeuf

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2018-12-30; final listed air date 2019-02-03; episode order: 6.

Source and licence

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