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.
Details
- Release date
- 2013-10-18
- Duration
- 02:14
- Categories
- Drama, History
- Studios
- New Regency Pictures, Plan B Entertainment, River Road Entertainment, Regency Enterprises, Film4 Productions
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Votes
- 11,903
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $187,000,000
Top 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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