Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean (2025)
The origin story of one of literature’s greatest heroes.
Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor, violence, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu, who lives simply, with his sister and a single servant. There, he is surprised by their warm welcome, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This acts becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity.
Cast
- Grégory Gadebois - Jean Valjean
- Bernard Campan - Bienvenu Myriel
- Isabelle Carré - Baptistine Myriel
- Alexandra Lamy - Madame Magloire
- Loup Cousteil - Jean Valjean (young)
- Dominique Pinon - Boîte à Mots
- Albert Dupontel - Claude Gueux
- Romane Libert - La gamine
- Patrick Pineau - Le vieux citoyen
- Ernest Mourier
Screenplay
- Éric Besnard (Screenplay)
- Victor Hugo (Book)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean about?
- Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor, violence, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu, who lives simply, with his sister and a single servant. There, he is surprised by their warm welcome, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This acts becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity.
- Who directed Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean?
- Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean was directed by Éric Besnard.
- Who stars in Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean?
- Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean stars Grégory Gadebois, Bernard Campan, Isabelle Carré, Alexandra Lamy, Loup Cousteil, Dominique Pinon.
- How long is Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean?
- Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean?
- Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean is a Drama, History film.
- What is the budget of Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean?
- Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean had a budget of $7M.
- Where was Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean produced?
- Les Misérables: The Story of Jean Valjean was produced in France.