Les Misérables (1998)

Les Misérables Movie Poster Country Germany United Kingdom United States Directed by Bille August Release Date May 1, 1998 Language English Studio Mandalay Entertainment TriStar Pictures Distributor Columbia Pictures Main Cast Character Actor Jean Valjean Liam Neeson Javert Geoffrey Rush Fantine Uma Thurman Cosette Claire Danes Young Cosette Mimi Newman Marius Pontmercy Hans Matheson

Les Misérables is the 1998 film adaptation directed by Bille August of the novel of the same name by Victor Hugo. Jean Valjean, a former chain convict, has worked his way up to factory owner and enjoys high esteem as mayor of a small town near Paris. When Inspector Javert discovers Valjean's true identity, his days of peace seem numbered. However, Jean's love for the sick Fantine forbids him to bow to the lawman's persecutions. After Fantine's death, he raises her illegitimate daughter Cosette and gives her everything he has except the truth about her life on the run.

The following weapons were used in the film Les Misérables:

Flintlock Pistols

Various models of the Flintlock Pistol are seen used in the film by several characters.

Charleville Model 1777 Cavalry Officer Flintlock - .69 caliber

Inspector Javert (Geoffrey Rush) pulls out his Flintlock pistol.

The pistol is pulled by Inspector Javert (Geoffrey Rush).

Jean Valjean (Liam Neeson) holds the pistol on Javert.

Charleville Musket

Charleville Muskets are seen in the hands of French troops and revolutionaries.

Charleville Musket - .69 caliber

Charleville Muskets are seen in the hands of French troops.

French troops march forward with their muskets.