Les Misérables

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption - a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Jackman plays ex-prisoner Jean Valjean, hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert (Crowe) after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine's (Hathaway) young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever.Les Misérables is the movie adaptation from Academy Award®-winning* director Tom Hooper. Based on the global stage sensation seen by more than 65 million people in 42 countries and 22 languages - and still breaking box-office records around the globe.* Best Director - Tom Hooper, The King's Speech (2010)