Les Misérables (2012)
A man's flight from justice unfolds across a gritty, earnest, and epic 19th-century France.
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.
How intense is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What Les Misérables feels like
- Tone
- epicmelancholyearnestgritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream Les Misérables
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Is Les Misérables for you?
Is Les Misérables scary?
No. Les Misérables is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Les Misérables gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Les Misérables sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Les Misérables OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables runs 2h 38m.
Where can I stream Les Misérables?
Les Misérables is streaming on Max.
Does Les Misérables have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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