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Longest-running West End musical

The current longest-running west end musical record is 40 years, held by Les Misérables, set on November 12, 2025. Last checked October 14, 2026.

40

years

Les Misérables

London, United Kingdom, 2025

Holder
Les Misérables
Record
40 years
Exact figure
40 years, 35 days
Location
London, United Kingdom
Date set
November 12, 2025
Recognized by
Guinness World Records
Last checked
October 14, 2026

Put it in perspective

Les Misérables lived through 40 years of history. Here is what changed along the way.

  1. Born1985
  2. Age 41989The Berlin Wall falls
  3. Age 402025Sets the record: 40 years, 35 days

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