12 Years a Slave(2013)
“The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.”
Overview
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected kindnesses Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.
Director
Steve McQueen
Studio
New Regency Pictures
Budget
$20M
Revenue
$187M
Cast
Chiwetel Ejiofor
as Solomon Northup
Michael Fassbender
as Edwin Epps
Lupita Nyong'o
as Patsey
Benedict Cumberbatch
as William Ford
Paul Dano
as John Tibeats
Sarah Paulson
as Mary Epps
Adepero Oduye
as Eliza
Scoot McNairy
as Brown
Paul Giamatti
as Theophilus Freeman
Brad Pitt
as Samuel Bass
Michael Kenneth Williams
as Robert
Alfre Woodard
as Mistress Shaw
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2013
Runtime
2h 14m
Language
English
Rating
7.9 / 10
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$187M
Production Companies
New Regency Pictures • Plan B Entertainment • River Road Entertainment
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Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave?▼
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What is 12 Years a Slave about?▼
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected kindnesses Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.
Who directed 12 Years a Slave?▼
12 Years a Slave was directed by Steve McQueen and released in 2013. It is a drama, history film.
How long is 12 Years a Slave?▼
12 Years a Slave has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
Who stars in 12 Years a Slave?▼
The cast of 12 Years a Slave includes Chiwetel Ejiofor as Solomon Northup, Michael Fassbender as Edwin Epps, Lupita Nyong'o as Patsey, Benedict Cumberbatch as William Ford, Paul Dano as John Tibeats and more.
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