Les Misérables (2019)
New police recruits navigate escalating tensions between Parisian gangs, leading to a gritty, suspenseful encounter.
Stéphane has recently joined the Anti-Crime Squad in Montfermeil, in the suburbs of Paris, France, where Victor Hugo set his famed novel “Les Miserables”. Alongside his new colleagues Chris and Gwada – both experienced members of the team – he quickly discovers tensions running high between local gangs. When the trio finds themselves overrun during the course of an arrest, a drone captures the encounter, threatening to expose the reality of everyday life.
How intense is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Les Misérables feels like
- Tone
- grittytensesuspensefulpulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Les Misérables
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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?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Les Misérables OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Les Misérables?
Les Misérables runs 1h 44m.
Where can I stream Les Misérables?
Les Misérables is streaming on Prime Video.
Does Les Misérables have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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