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Les Misérables

2018 – 2019Show1 season6 episodesTV-14

79
GreatGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, tense drama series about history and war, with standout performances and world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Episodes

1 season · 6 episodes · best: S1E6 "Episode #1.6" 8.2

Episodes

8.0

Story

France, 1815. Jean Valjean, a common thief, is released from prison after having lived a hell in life for 19 years, but a small mistake puts the law again on his trail. Ruthless Inspector Javert pursues him thorough years, driven by a twisted sense of justice, while Valjean reforms himself, thrives and dedicates his life to good deeds. In 1832, while the revolution ravages the streets of Paris, Valjean and Javert cross their paths for the last time.

Feels like

  • Gritty Historical Drama
  • Political Revolution
  • Moral Complexity
  • Class Struggle
  • Relentless Pursuit
  • Emotional Epic
  • French 19th Century
  • Redemption Arc
  • Tragic Heroism

Cast

Crew

Directors
Tom Shankland
Produced by
Chris Carey
Music by
John Murphy

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Facts

December 30, 2018 · February 3, 2019 · Ended

First aired
December 30, 2018
Last aired
February 3, 2019
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, United States, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland
Available in
18 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Les Misérables?"

Questions about Les Misérables

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Where can I stream Les Misérables?

In the United States, Les Misérables streams on PBS Masterpiece. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 13 other countries.

Is Les Misérables worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 79).

Is Les Misérables okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Les Misérables?

6 h

About 6 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2018 to 2019.

Is Les Misérables plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.