Les Misérables (1998): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Les Misérables is a 1998 historical drama directed by Bille August, starring Timothy Bateson, Reine Brynolfsson and Patsy Byrne. It is partly based on Les Misérables by Victor Hugo and Norman Denny. It runs 2 hours 14 minutes and earned $14.1 million worldwide. It won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Best Foreign Language Film at the Golden Globes 1996. Critics gave it 65 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
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- Runtime
- 2h 14m (134 min)
- Director
- Bille August
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Columbia Pictures
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What Is Les Misérables About?
The premise of Les Misérables without spoilers, adapted from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo and Norman Denny. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Filmed live at London's Gielgud Theatre, this production celebrates 35 years of Les Misérables on the West End stage. The beloved musical tells a powerful and poignant story, bringing its iconic stage roots to a global audience through a unique live broadcast. It’s a milestone moment, continuing to captivate audiences worldwide with its enduring spirit and unforgettable music.
Les Misérables Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- based on novel
- male tied up
- bound and gagged
- tied to a pole
- gagged
- handcuffed man
- period drama
- cigarette smoking
- f word
- flatulence
- 1800s
- boston massacre
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- american revolution
- epic drama
- tragedy drama
- costume drama
- epic romance
- tragic romance
- period romance
- past
- live action
- silver candlesticks
- man obsessed with a man
- assumed identity
- child born out of wedlock
- father unknown to daughter
- guilty until proven innocent
- 19th century france
- europe
- bishop
- factory
- prison
- police
- mayor
- revolution
- parole
- france
- french revolution
- violence
- revenge
- confrontation
- spit
- held at gunpoint
- sadism
- verbal abuse
- dead boy
- murder
- young love
- police brutality
- male rivalry
Les Misérables Cast
Timothy Bateson leads the cast, with Reine Brynolfsson and Patsy Byrne. Directed by Bille August; 7 actors are credited in all.
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Director Bille August
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Les Misérables Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Les Misérables 65 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
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IMDb 7.4 /10
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Metacritic 65 Metascore
User score 6.0
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TMDB 72% User score
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Les Misérables Plot Summary
What happens in Les Misérables from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Jean Valjean, wrongfully imprisoned for nineteen years for the petty crime of stealing bread, finds himself released thanks to Mrs. Herberst, his devoted wife. Upon his release, he encounters a harsh world where no one is willing to provide shelter to a former convict. Fortunately, Bishop Myriel offers Valjean refuge in his home. Valjean expresses his hope that resting in a real bed can transform him into a new man. However, in the dead of night, an overwhelmed Valjean, tempted by the Bishop’s silverware, attempts to steal it but is caught. Unexpectedly, when the police apprehend him and bring him back to the Bishop, Myriel surprises everyone by claiming that the silver was a gift, encouraging Valjean to embrace his chance for redemption.
Full summary
The whole story of Les Misérables, scene by scene
Les Misérables Box Office
Les Misérables grossed $14.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$14.1M
- US & Canada
- $14.1M
Les Misérables Awards & Nominations
Les Misérables won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Best Foreign Language Film at the Golden Globes 1996. Its biggest night was the Golden Globes 1996, with 1 win from 1 nomination.
1 win2 nominations2 ceremonies
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Golden Globes 1996 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Best Foreign Language Film
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BAFTA 1996 1 nomination- Nominated Best Film Not in the English Language
Les Misérables Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Les Misérables.
How Well Do You Know Les Misérables?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Les Misérables Also Known As
26 alternative titles, including “悲惨世界” and “新悲惨世界”.
- Also known as
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- 悲惨世界
- 新悲惨世界
- 孤星淚 (電影)
- Los Miserables
- 孤星泪
- Les Miserables
- I miserabili
- Bídníci
- Os Miseráveis
- Sefiller
- Los miserables: La leyenda nunca muere
- Отверженные
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- A nyomorultak
- De elendige
- Οι Άθλιοι
- Знедолені
- עלובי החיים
- 레 미제라블
- レ・ミゼラブル
- Клетницитe
- Nędznicy
- بینوایان
- Bedári
- Mizerabilii
- 孤星淚
- เหยื่ออธรรม
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Les Misérables FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Les Misérables, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
When was Les Misérables released?
Les Misérables was released on May 1, 1998.
Who directed Les Misérables?
Les Misérables was directed by Bille August.
More films by Bille August Who is in the cast of Les Misérables?
Les Misérables stars Timothy Bateson, Reine Brynolfsson and Patsy Byrne, among 7 credited actors.
How much did Les Misérables make at the box office?
Les Misérables grossed $14.1 million worldwide.
How is Les Misérables rated?
Les Misérables has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 65 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
Is Les Misérables based on a book?
Yes. Les Misérables is partly adapted from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo and Norman Denny.
What awards did Les Misérables win?
Les Misérables won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Best Foreign Language Film at the Golden Globes 1996.
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