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A man in a white shirt and black pants runs against a stark white background, conveying a sense of urgency and determination. The poster features the title "12 Years a Slave" in bold, stylized text, emphasizing the film's historical significance and emotional weight.

12 Years a Slave

The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.

2013 · Movie · 134 min· Updated Apr 2026
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Budget:$20MBox Office:$187MRated:R

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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.

12 Years a Slave is a film that explores themes of slavery, plantation, based on memoir or autobiography. It also touches on violin player and physical abuse and black slave.

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Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, Sarah Paulson, Adepero Oduye, Scoot McNairy, Paul Giamatti, Brad Pitt

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A man in a white shirt and black pants runs against a stark white background, conveying a sense of urgency and determination. The poster features the title "12 Years a Slave" in bold, stylized text, emphasizing the film's historical significance and emotional weight.

12 Years a Slave

The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.

2013•⭐ 7.9•134 min•Updated Apr 2026
🌐English

You can stream 12 Years a Slave (2013) on Netflix with a subscription, rent on Apple TV+, or buy on Apple TV+.

Budget:$20MBox Office:$187MRated:R
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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.

12 Years a Slave is a film that explores themes of slavery, plantation, based on memoir or autobiography. It also touches on violin player and physical abuse and black slave.

Director

Steve McQueen

Cast

Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, Sarah Paulson, Adepero Oduye, Scoot McNairy, Paul Giamatti, Brad Pitt

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