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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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Drama
History
Release Date

Oct 18, 2013

Duration: 2h 14 min

Popularity: 11.6956
11,426 votes
Directed by

Steve McQueen

Casting: Francine Maisler, Meagan Lewis

Screenplay by

John Ridley

Productions

New Regency Pictures (US)Plan B Entertainment (US)River Road Entertainment (US)Regency Enterprises (US)Film4 Productions (GB)

Budget 20.0 M

187.0 M

Top Cast

Crew & Team

Dede Gardner

Producer

Bill Pohlad

Producer

Arnon Milchan

Producer

Anthony Katagas

Producer

Jeremy Kleiner

Producer

Steve McQueen

Producer

Francine Maisler

Casting

Brad Pitt

Producer

Meagan Lewis

Casting

M. Gerard Sellers

Location Manager

Bianca Stigter

Producer

Alissa M. Kantrow

Production Supervisor

Tessa Ross

Executive Producer

John Ridley

Executive Producer

Trailer & Videos

  • Steve McQueen on 12 YEARS A SLAVE - AFI Movie Club
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    Steve McQueen on 12 YEARS A SLAVE - AFI Movie Club

  • 12 YEARS A SLAVE | Director’s Commentary | Fox Searchlight
    HDFeaturette

    12 YEARS A SLAVE | Director’s Commentary | Fox Searchlight

  • 12 Years A Slave TV spot
    HDTeaser

    12 Years A Slave TV spot

  • Director Steve McQueen on the timeliness of 12 YEARS A SLAVE
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    Director Steve McQueen on the timeliness of 12 YEARS A SLAVE

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