Les Misérables (2018)

Production Note - Limited Series

Les Misérables is a standalone Limited Series that concluded its 6-episode run in February 2019. This lavish BBC adaptation eschews the musical elements of other modern versions to provide a gritty, definitive retelling of Victor Hugo’s 1862 masterpiece. With a script by the legendary Andrew Davies, the production offers a sprawling exploration of nineteenth-century France, focusing on the intricate lives of Jean Valjean and Inspector Javert. The series was lauded for its cinematic scale and fidelity to the source material, capturing the social unrest and emotional depth of the original text. Its prestige status was cemented by critical acclaim and high viewership, serving as a comprehensive, self-contained narrative that requires no further continuation.