12 Years a Slave

12 Years a Slave

7.9 | 2013-10-18 | Drama History

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.

Featured Crew

Dede Gardner Producer
Bill Pohlad Producer
John Ridley Screenplay
Sean Bobbitt Director of Photography
Arnon Milchan Producer
Steve McQueen Director
Solomon Northup Novel
Anthony Katagas Producer
Jeremy Kleiner Producer
Joe Walker Editor

Cast

Chiwetel Ejiofor
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Solomon Northup
Benedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch
William Ford
Paul Dano
Paul Dano
John Tibeats
Sarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson
Mary Epps
Paul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Theophilus Freeman
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt
Samuel Bass

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