Jean Valjean
2025, French. Directed by Éric Besnard.
The origin story of one of literature’s greatest heroes.
Jean Valjean is released from prison after nineteen years of hard labor, violence, and suffering. Filled with anger and a deep sense of injustice, he has become a dangerous man who trusts no one and nothing. When he arrives in a small village in Provence, he is repeatedly turned away. Desperate, he unknowingly finds refuge at the house of Bishop Bienvenu, who lives simply, with his sister and a single servant. There, he is surprised by their warm welcome, and his inner demons start to waver. But the temptation to be what society sees in him still haunts him, and he steals the Bishop’s silverware. When the police ultimately catches him, the Bishop forgives him and gifts him the candlesticks. This acts becomes the starting point of Jean Valjean’ transformation into a new man who reclaims his humanity.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Éric BesnardDirector
- Grégory GadeboisJean Valjean
- Bernard CampanBienvenu Myriel
- Isabelle CarréBaptistine Myriel
- Alexandra LamyMadame Magloire
- Dominique PinonBoîte à Mots
- Albert DupontelClaude Gueux
- Laura BehagueUne paysanne
- Romane LibertLa gamine
- Patrick PineauLe vieux citoyen
- Loup CousteilJean Valjean (young)
- Ernest MourierCast
- Claire RuppliCast
Details
- Released
- 19 November 2025
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Éric Besnard
- Budget
- $7M
- Box office
- $3.3M
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What Jean Valjean is based on
Jean Valjean is based on Les Misérables (1862) by Victor Hugo.
1862
Les Misérables
By Victor Hugo
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Jean Valjean: quick answers
Is Jean Valjean worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Jean Valjean?
Jean Valjean runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Jean Valjean have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Jean Valjean. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Jean Valjean parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Jean Valjean yet.
Which OTT platform is Jean Valjean on?
Jean Valjean isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 November 2025. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Jean Valjean?
If you liked Jean Valjean, try Les Misérables, Les Misérables, Nouvelle Vague.
Who directed Jean Valjean?
Jean Valjean (2025) was directed by Éric Besnard and stars Grégory Gadebois, Bernard Campan, Isabelle Carré.
What is Jean Valjean based on?
Jean Valjean is based on Les Misérables (1862) by Victor Hugo.