Storyline
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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Cast & Crew
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Solomon Northup
Michael Fassbender
Edwin Epps
Lupita Nyong'o
Patsey
Benedict Cumberbatch
William Ford
Paul Dano
John Tibeats
Sarah Paulson
Mary Epps
Adepero Oduye
Eliza
Scoot McNairy
Brown
Paul Giamatti
Theophilus Freeman
Brad Pitt
Samuel Bass
Michael Kenneth Williams
Robert
Alfre Woodard
Mistress Shaw
Frequently Asked Questions
12 Years a Slave was released on October 18, 2013.
The runtime of 12 Years a Slave is 2h 14m.
12 Years a Slave is a Drama, History movie.
12 Years a Slave has a rating of 7.9 out of 10 on TMDB.
12 Years a Slave is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
12 Years a Slave was directed by Steve McQueen.
The main cast of 12 Years a Slave includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o.
12 Years a Slave is originally in English.