12 Years a Slave
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 12 Years a Slave
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 2013-10-18
- Runtime: 134 minutes
- Rating: 7.936/10 (11431 votes)
- Budget: $20,000,000
- Revenue: $187,000,000
- Production Companies: New Regency Pictures, Plan B Entertainment, River Road Entertainment, Regency Enterprises, Film4 Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 14.7177
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
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
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Trailers & Clips
Steve McQueen on 12 YEARS A SLAVE - AFI Movie Club
12 YEARS A SLAVE | Director’s Commentary | Fox Searchlight
12 Years A Slave TV spot
Director Steve McQueen on the timeliness of 12 YEARS A SLAVE
12 Years a Slave | Watch on Digital HD Now! | FOX Home Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
12 Years a Slave is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 2013-10-18.
Who are the main actors in 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, .
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave online?â–Ľ
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Is 12 Years a Slave based on a true story?â–Ľ
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup
What is the IMDb rating of 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
12 Years a Slave has an IMDb rating of 7.936/10 based on 11431 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $20,000,000 and earned $187,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by New Regency Pictures, Plan B Entertainment, River Road Entertainment, Regency Enterprises, Film4 Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was 12 Years a Slave filmed?â–Ľ
12 Years a Slave was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
The total runtime of 12 Years a Slave is 134 minutes.
Is 12 Years a Slave suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to 12 Years a Slave?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to 12 Years a Slave.
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