Les Misérables (1998)
Kernel Score: 80% · 670 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Crime, Drama, History, Romance
Released: 1998-05-01
Runtime: 134 minutes
Where to watch Les Misérables
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Les Misérables parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Les Miserables is a historical drama about redemption, injustice, and revolution, rated PG-13.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes the French Revolution's student uprising and scenes of pursuit and imprisonment.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Bille August
Cast
- Liam Neeson as Jean Valjean
- Geoffrey Rush as Javert
- Uma Thurman as Fantine
- Claire Danes as Cosette
- Hans Matheson as Marius
- Peter Vaughan as Bishop
- Reine Brynolfsson as Captain Beauvais
- Tim Barlow as Lafitte
- Jon Kenny as Thénardier
- Gillian Hanna as La Thénardier
Les Misérables FAQ
Is Les Misérables good?
Les Misérables has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 670 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Les Misérables?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is Les Misérables OK for kids?
Les Misérables is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Les Miserables is a historical drama about redemption, injustice, and revolution, rated PG-13.
What movies are like Les Misérables?
If you liked Les Misérables, try The Count of Monte Cristo, The Night of the Hunter, The Wrong Man and Brute Force.