12 Years a Slave

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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Cast

• Chiwetel EjioforSolomon Northup
• Michael FassbenderEdwin Epps
• Lupita Nyong'oPatsey
• Benedict CumberbatchWilliam Ford
• Paul DanoJohn Tibeats
• Sarah PaulsonMary Epps
• Adepero OduyeEliza
• Scoot McNairyBrown
• Paul GiamattiTheophilus Freeman
• Brad PittSamuel Bass