12 Years a Slave
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DramaHistory
7.9/10(11,247 ratings)
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.
10-18-2013
2h 14m
Main Cast
Movie Details
Production Info
- Director:
- Steve McQueen
- Production:
- New Regency Pictures, Plan B Entertainment, River Road Entertainment, Regency Enterprises, Film4 Productions
- Revenue:
- $187,000,000
- Budget:
- $20,000,000
Key Crew
- Producer:
- Dede Gardner
- Producer:
- Bill Pohlad
- Screenplay:
- John Ridley
- Producer:
- Arnon Milchan
- Director:
- Steve McQueen
Locations and Languages
- Country:
- US
- Filming:
- US; GB
- Languages:
- en