12 Years a Slave (2013)

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.

Released

2013-10-18

Genres

Drama, History

Runtime

134 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Steve McQueen, John Ridley

TMDB rating

7.9/10 from 12320 votes