12 Years a Slave

12 Years a Slave(2013)

The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.

October 18, 2013
2h 14m
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IMDb8.1782,160
RT95%
Meta96/100
TMDB7.912K

Overview

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.

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Budget

$20.0M

Revenue

$187.0M

Profit

+$167.0M

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Original Language

en

Country

United Kingdom, United States of America

Production

New Regency Pictures, Plan B Entertainment, River Road Entertainment, Regency Enterprises, Film4 Productions

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