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.

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Cast

Gino Cervi

Jean Valjean

Valentina Cortese

Fantine

Luigi Pavese

Thénardier

Gino Cavalieri

Blanchard

Massimo Pianforini

Vescovo Myriel

Andreina Pagnani

Suor Simplicia

Gabriele Ferzetti

(uncredited)

Cosetta Greco

(uncredited)