An adaptation of the successful stage musical based on Victor Hugo's classic novel set in 19th-century France. Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.
Details
Release date2012-12-18
Runtime158 min
GenresHistory, Drama
DirectorTom Hooper
CastHugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Amanda Seyfried, Anne Hathaway, Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Helena Bonham Carter, Aaron Tveit
ProductionUniversal Pictures, Working Title Films, Cameron Mackintosh Ltd., Relativity Media, Working Title Films
CountriesUnited Kingdom, United States of America
LanguagesEnglish
AwardsWon 3 Oscars. 85 wins & 177 nominations total
