12 Years a Slave

2013 · Drama, History · 134 min

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.

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Michael Fassbender

Lupita Nyong'o

Benedict Cumberbatch

Paul Dano

Sarah Paulson

Adepero Oduye

Scoot McNairy

Paul Giamatti

Brad Pitt

Michael Kenneth Williams

Alfre Woodard