Overview
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.
Director
Tom Hooper
Writers
William Nicholson, Herbert Kretzmer, Alain Boublil
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
Budget
$61.0M
Revenue
$442.6M
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Keywords
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