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.

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Richard Jordan
Jean Valjean

Anthony Perkins
Javert

Cyril Cusack
Fauchlevent

Claude Dauphin
Bishop Myriel

John Gielgud
Gillenormand

Ian Holm
Thénardier

Celia Johnson
Sister Simplice

Joyce Redman
Magliore

Flora Robson
the Prioress