Les Misérables
Television adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel, which follows Jean Valjean as he evades capture by the unyielding Inspector Javert. Set against a backdrop of post-Napoleonic France as unrest begins to grip the city of Paris once more.
Cast:Dominic West , David Oyelowo , Adeel Akhtar , David Bradley , Emma Fielding , Enzo Cilenti , Olivia Colman , Lily Collins , Ellie Bamber , Josh O'Connor , Joseph Quinn , Archie Madekwe , Erin Kellyman , Turlough Convery , Natalie Simpson , Angela Wynter , Reece Yates , Donald Sumpter
S1.E1 ∙ Episode #1.1
Convict Jean Valjean makes an enemy of the cruel guard Javert, but, on release, is moved by the kindness of a bishop, who saves him from being re-arrested.
S1.E2 ∙ Episode #1.2
After the passage of several years, Jean Valjean has unexpectedly become a success - he is now the owner of a factory and the mayor of Montreuil. But then he meets the town's new police chief, none other than his old nemesis, Javert.
S1.E3 ∙ Episode #1.3
Unable to save Fantine, Valjean promises to look after her daughter, Cosette.
S1.E4 ∙ Episode #1.4
Jean Valjean becomes uncomfortably aware that Cosette is growing up and will soon want a life of her own without him.
S1.E5 ∙ Episode #1.5
Cosette and Marius are in love. But unrest is stirring in the streets of Paris, and Valjean moves her out of the city to keep her safe.
S1.E6 ∙ Episode #1.6
Jean Valjean is finally able to rid himself of his demons and to put an end to his and Cosette's struggles.
