Set against the backdrop of social unrest in 19th-century France, Les Misérables follows the journey of ex-convict Jean Valjean as he seeks redemption after years of suffering. He is relentlessly pursued by Inspector Javert. Throughout his journey, Valjean encounters various characters shaped by poverty, revolution, and hope, including the devoted Fantine, her daughter Cosette, and the idealistic student Marius. Through their struggles, sacrifices, and acts of bravery, their interconnected lives reveal the power of compassion and the ongoing fight for justice.