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The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.

12 Years a Slave

7.920132h 14mR

DramaHistory

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.

Directed by Steve McQueen

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CAST

The people behind the story

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel EjioforSolomon Northup

Michael Fassbender

Michael FassbenderEdwin Epps

Lupita Nyong'o

Lupita Nyong'oPatsey

Benedict Cumberbatch

Benedict CumberbatchWilliam Ford

Paul Dano

Paul DanoJohn Tibeats

Sarah Paulson

Sarah PaulsonMary Epps

Adepero Oduye

Adepero OduyeEliza

Scoot McNairy

Scoot McNairyBrown