12 Years a Slave
(2013)
8.1
PixlRun
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.
Country
United Kingdom
Original language
English
Runtime
2h 14min
Premiere
2013-10-18
Box office
$56,671,993
worldwide gross
MPAA rating
R
Director
Steve McQueen
Cinematography
Sean Bobbitt
Editor
Joe Walker
Producers
Jeremy Kleiner, Anthony Katagas, Brad Pitt, Steve McQueen
Production
New Regency Pictures · Plan B Entertainment · River Road Entertainment
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IMDb
8.1
RT
95
Meta
96
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All cast & crew
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Solomon Northup
Michael Fassbender
Edwin Epps
Lupita Nyongo
Patsey
Benedict Cumberbatch
William Ford
Paul Dano
John Tibeats
Sarah Paulson
Mary Epps
Adepero Oduye
Eliza
Scoot McNairy
Brown
Director
Steve McQueenCinematography
Sean BobbittEditor
Joe WalkerProducers
Jeremy Kleiner, Anthony Katagas, Brad Pitt, Steve McQueenPhotos
Our review
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.
Frequently asked questions
Who directed 12 Years a Slave?
Steve McQueen directed 12 Years a Slave in 2013.
What is the IMDb rating?
12 Years a Slave has an IMDb rating of 8.1/10 from 785,552 votes.
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave?
12 Years a Slave is available on YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store.
How long is 12 Years a Slave?
12 Years a Slave has a runtime of 2h 14min (134 minutes).
How much did 12 Years a Slave earn at the box office?
12 Years a Slave earned $56,671,993 worldwide.