12 Years a Slave

12 Years a Slave

The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.

7.9 /10 11,821 votes
October 18, 2013 2h 14m Released

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.

Key Information

Director Steve McQueen
Writers John Ridley, Solomon Northup
Studio New Regency Pictures
Rating 7.9/10
Language EN
Budget $20,000,000

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Cast & Crew

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Solomon Northup

Michael Fassbender

Michael Fassbender

Edwin Epps

Lupita Nyong'o

Lupita Nyong'o

Patsey

Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict Cumberbatch

William Ford

Paul Dano

Paul Dano

John Tibeats

Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson

Mary Epps

Adepero Oduye

Adepero Oduye

Eliza

Scoot McNairy

Scoot McNairy

Brown

Paul Giamatti

Paul Giamatti

Theophilus Freeman

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt

Samuel Bass

Michael Kenneth Williams

Michael Kenneth Williams

Robert

Alfre Woodard

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.