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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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
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.
More about 12 Years a Slave
Cast
Chiwetel EjioforSolomon Northup
Michael FassbenderEdwin Epps
Lupita Nyong'oPatsey
Benedict CumberbatchWilliam Ford
Paul DanoJohn Tibeats
Sarah PaulsonMary Epps
Adepero OduyeEliza
Scoot McNairyBrownCredits
- Directed by
- Steve McQueen
- Written by
- John Ridley, Solomon Northup
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $187M
Production
New Regency PicturesUnited States
Plan B EntertainmentUnited States
River Road EntertainmentUnited States- Regency EnterprisesUnited States
Film4 ProductionsUnited Kingdom
