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Les Misérables, 1913

Filmed in episodes, this almost 3 hour long French adaptation was the longest film of the time and quite a success in France and many other countries. Capellani manifested his skill in converting popular novels to the silent screen.

For this adaptation, he offered celebrated musical dancer Mistinguett a major role - her first - which confirmed her talent as an actress.
 
Some sources say this film was released in 1912, which might very well be the case - I've let the "majority" rule.
 
See also Notre-Dame de Paris and Quatre-vingt-treize.

Released
1913
Pathé

Director
Albert Cappelani

Cast
Jean Angelo
Henry Krauss
Henri Etievant
Mistinguett
Marie Ventura

Duration: 2 h 42 mins