Plot Summary

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.

Movie Details

Original Title
12 Years a Slave
Status
released
Original Language
en
Budget
$20.0M
Revenue
$187.0M

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Production Companies

New Regency Pictures logoNew Regency Pictures
Plan B Entertainment logoPlan B Entertainment
River Road Entertainment logoRiver Road Entertainment
Regency Enterprises logoRegency Enterprises
Film4 Productions logoFilm4 Productions