12 Years a Slave
"The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup."
Originally released in 2013. 12 Years a Slave is a drama/history film. directed by Steve McQueen. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, and Lupita Nyong'o
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 18, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
2h 14m
134 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (11,751 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Box Office
$187M
9.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $187,000,000
Production Companies
- New Regency Pictures
- Plan B Entertainment
- River Road Entertainment
- Regency Enterprises
- Film4 Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 12 Years a Slave about?
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...
Who directed 12 Years a Slave?
12 Years a Slave was directed by Steve McQueen.
How long is 12 Years a Slave?
12 Years a Slave has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
When was 12 Years a Slave released?
12 Years a Slave was released on October 18, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 12 Years a Slave?
The main cast of 12 Years a Slave includes Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano.
Is 12 Years a Slave worth watching?
12 Years a Slave has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 11,751 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.