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.


The immortal classic that shook a nation… is now a glorious picture !
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Fredric March
Jean Valjean / Champmathieu

Charles Laughton
Inspector Emile Javert

Cedric Hardwicke
Bishop Bienvenue (as Sir Cedric Hardwicke)

Rochelle Hudson
Cosette

Florence Eldridge
Fantine

Frances Drake
Eponine

John Beal
Marius

Jessie Ralph
Madame Magloire

Mary Forbes
Mlle. Baptiseme