Les Misérables (2018 BBC adaptation) stars Dominic West as Jean Valjean, David Oyelowo as Javert, and Lily Collins as Fantine.
Main cast
- Jean ValjeanDominic West1Main
- JavertDavid Oyelowo1Main
- FantineLily Collins1Main
- Marius PontmercyJosh Oakes-Rogers1Main
- CosetteEllie Bamber1Main
- ÉponineErin Kellyman1Main
- ThénardierAdeel Akhtar1Main
- Madame ThénardierOlivia Colman1Main
Supporting cast
- EnjolrasTurlough Convery1Supp
- Bishop MyrielDavid Bradley1Supp
- GavrocheRaphael Bishop1Supp
Guest & voice
- Sister SimpliceKathryn O’Reilly1Guest
- FaucheleventRoy Hudd1Guest
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About this cast
The 2018 BBC One adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel Les Misérables is a six-part miniseries told in six hours. It stars Dominic West as the fugitive Jean Valjean, David Oyelowo as his relentless pursuer Inspector Javert, and Lily Collins as the tragic Fantine.
FAQs
Who plays Jean Valjean in Les Misérables London?
Dominic West plays Jean Valjean in the 2018 BBC adaptation of Les Misérables.
Who plays Javert in Les Misérables?
David Oyelowo plays Inspector Javert in the 2018 BBC series.
Who plays Fantine in the 2018 TV series?
Lily Collins plays Fantine.
How many episodes are in the 2018 BBC Les Misérables?
There are six episodes, each roughly one hour long.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026