TV series

Les Misérables

Name: Les Misérables
Released: 2018
Cast: Dominic West, David Oyelowo, Adeel Akhtar

2018–2019· 1 season· 60 min episodesTV-14★ 7.3Ended

On BBC One — From Lookout Point · Masterpiece

Create a free account to save & share

Create a free account to see where Les Misérables is streaming, with prices and your services first.

Where to watch

Not available to stream in US

🔔 Notify me about new seasons

Synopsis

France, 1815. Jean Valjean, a common thief, is released from prison after having lived a hell in life for 19 years, but a small mistake puts the law again on his trail. Ruthless Inspector Javert pursues him thorough years, driven by a twisted sense of justice, while Valjean reforms himself, thrives and dedicates his life to good deeds. In 1832, while the revolution ravages the streets of Paris, Valjean and Javert cross their paths for the last time.

Themes

paris, france child abuse based on novel or book forgiveness insurrection barricade redemption poverty 19th century manhunt life in the slums father daughter relationship grandfather grandson relationship

Episodes

Create a free account to track the episodes you’ve watched.

E1 Episode 1Next upDec 30, 2018 · 60 min · ★ 6.1
Synopsis
In war-torn France, convict Jean Valjean and seamstress Fantine must decide their futures. Valjean's past continues to haunt him. Fantine meets the love of her life.
Guest stars: Johnny Flynn (Felix Tholomyès), Derek Jacobi (Bishop Myriel), Matthew Steer (Blachevelle), Reece Ritchie (Fameuil), Ayoola Smart (Zéphine), Liz Carr (Fantine's Concierge), Ashley Artus (Gendarme), Hayley Carmichael (Madame Magliore)
E2 Episode 2Jan 6, 2019 · 60 min · ★ 6.3
Synopsis
Fantine leaves Paris to find work and must make a heartbreaking decision. Jean Valjean has forged a new identity, and Javert is determined to catch him out.
Guest stars: Henry Lloyd-Hughes (Col. Pontmercy), Kathryn Hunter (Madame Victurnien), Lily Newmark (Sophie), Erin Doherty (Fabienne), James Garnon (Bamatabois), Sean Cernow (Phillipe), Emma Fielding (Nicolette), Natalie Simpson (Sister Simplice)
E3 Episode 3Jan 13, 2019 · 60 min · ★ 6.9
Synopsis
Manipulated by Javert, Jean Valjean is ready to turn himself in, but he makes a promise to Fantine that changes everything.
Guest stars: Enzo Cilenti (Rivette), Natalie Simpson (Sister Simplice), Ron Cook (Hair and Teeth Dealer), Mailow Defoy (Little Cosette), Georgie Glen (Abbess), Francis Chapman (Usher), Nigel Cooke (Judge), Anton Valensi (Champmathieu)
E4 Episode 4Jan 20, 2019 · 60 min · ★ 6.5
Synopsis
Jean Valjean worries when Cosette meets a young man. The Thenardiers plot their revenge.
Guest stars: Erin Kellyman (Éponine), Donald Sumpter (Mabeuf), Emma Fielding (Nicolette), Enzo Cilenti (Rivette), Turlough Convery (Grantaire), Archie Madekwe (Courfeyrac), Natalie Simpson (Sister Simplice), Reece Yates (Gavroche)
E5 Episode 5Jan 27, 2019 · 60 min · ★ 6.6
Synopsis
Paris is on the brink of revolt. Javert remains obsessed by the pursuit of Jean Valjean. Anxious Valjean makes a plan. Marius makes a promise to Cosette.
Guest stars: Erin Kellyman (Éponine), Donald Sumpter (Mabeuf), Emma Fielding (Nicolette), Enzo Cilenti (Rivette), Turlough Convery (Grantaire), Archie Madekwe (Courfeyrac), Reece Yates (Gavroche), Angela Wynter (Toussaint)
E6 Episode 6Feb 3, 2019 · 60 min · ★ 6.8
Synopsis
The revolutionaries fight on. Jean Valjean is conflicted over Marius and Cosette's love and seeks Marius at the barricade. Javert confronts Valjean.
Guest stars: Erin Kellyman (Éponine), Emma Fielding (Nicolette), Enzo Cilenti (Rivette), Turlough Convery (Grantaire), Archie Madekwe (Courfeyrac), Reece Yates (Gavroche), Angela Wynter (Toussaint), Ellie Bamber (Cosette)