Les Misérables - Part 1: Jean Valjean

Plot Summary

The story begins with Jean Valjean as a humble worker endeavoring to provide for his invalid mother. They live in a squalid home, made more wretched by his inability to provide sufficient food. He goes out in search of work, but is unsuccessful. Finally, in desperation, he steals a loaf of bread regardless of consequences. He hastens home with it, pursued by a crowd, and gives it to his mother. Valjean is arrested for the theft and sentenced to five years at hard labor.

Top Cast

Henry Krauss Jean Valjean

Henri Étiévant Javert

Maria Ventura Fantine Thénardier

Mistinguett Éponine Thénardier

Maria Fromet Cosette