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Film · Released
12 Years a Slave
“The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.”
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12 Years a Slave at a glance
12 Years a Slave is a 2013 drama and history film, running 2h 14m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2013-10-18
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Genres
- Drama, History
- Director
- Steve McQueen
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.9 / 10 · 12,345 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn 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.
Cast
14 names
Chiwetel EjioforSolomon Northup
Michael FassbenderEdwin Epps
Lupita Nyong'oPatsey
Benedict CumberbatchWilliam Ford
Paul DanoJohn Tibeats
Sarah PaulsonMary Epps
Adepero OduyeEliza
Scoot McNairyBrown
Paul GiamattiTheophilus Freeman
Brad PittSamuel Bass
Michael Kenneth WilliamsRobert
Alfre WoodardMistress Shaw
Chris ChalkClemens
Taran KillamHamiltonQuestions about 12 Years a Slave
Quick answersWhere can I watch 12 Years a Slave in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, 12 Years a Slave is listed on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is 12 Years a Slave suitable for children?
12 Years a Slave is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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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 only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance…
How long is 12 Years a Slave?
12 Years a Slave runs for 2h 14m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the 12 Years a Slave trailer?
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