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12 YEARS A SLAVE is based on an incredible true story of one man's fight for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty (personified by a malevolent slave owner, portrayed by Michael Fassbender), 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 (Brad Pitt) will forever alter his life.
Original Release
10/18/2013
US Release
10/18/2013
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Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Chiwetel Ejiofor | Solomon Northup |
| Dwight Henry | Uncle Abram |
| Dickie Gravois | Overseer |
| Bryan Batt | Judge Turner |
| Ashley Dyke | Anna |
| Kelsey Scott | Anne Northup |
| Quvenzhane Wallis | Margaret Northup |
| Cameron Zeigler | Alonzo Northup |
| Tony Bentley | Mr. Moon |
| Scoot McNairy | Brown |
Directors
Writers
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Chiwetel Ejiofor | Solomon Northup |
| Dwight Henry | Uncle Abram |
| Dickie Gravois | Overseer |
| Bryan Batt | Judge Turner |
| Ashley Dyke | Anna |
| Kelsey Scott | Anne Northup |
| Quvenzhane Wallis | Margaret Northup |
| Cameron Zeigler | Alonzo Northup |
| Tony Bentley | Mr. Moon |
| Scoot McNairy | Brown |
| Taran Killam | Hamilton |
| Christopher Berry | Burch |
| Bill Camp | Radburn |
| Mister Mackey Jr. | Randall |
| Chris Chalk | Clemens |
| Craig Tate | John |
| Adepero Oduye | Eliza |
| Storm Reid | Emily |
| Tom Proctor | Biddee |
| Marc Macaulay | Captain |
Producers
| Name | Role |
|---|
| John Ridley | Executive Producer |
| Tessa Ross | Executive Producer |
| Brad Pitt | Producer |
| Steve McQueen | Producer |
| Dede Gardner | Producer |
| Anthony Katagas | Producer |
| Jeremy Kleiner | Producer |
| Arnon Milchan | Producer |
| Bill Pohlad | Producer |
| Bianca Stigter | Producer |
Editors
Trailers
12 Years A Slave
12 Years a Slave (UK Trailer 2)
12 Years a Slave (UK Trailer 1)
Clips
12 Years A Slave: Soap
12 Years A Slave: I Did As Instructed
12 Years A Slave: Welcome To Washington
12 Years A Slave: Solomon, Let Me Weep
12 Years A Slave: Take Comfort
12 Years A Slave: What'd You Say To Pats?
12 Years A Slave: Where You From Platt?
12 Years A Slave: I Want To Live
12 Years A Slave: Mind Your Wallet
12 Years A Slave: A Lusty Visit In The Night
Behind the Scenes
12 Years A Slave: Faces (Featurette)
12 Years A Slave: Legacy (Featurette)
12 Years A Slave: The Team (Featurette)
12 Years A Slave: The Cast (Featurette)
12 Years A Slave: Director's Vision (Featurette)
12 Years A Slave: Steve McQueen On What Attracted Him To The Project
12 Years A Slave: Chiwetel Becomes Solomon (Featurette)
12 Years A Slave: Sarah Paulson On Her Character's Costume
12 Years A Slave: Benedict Cumberbatch On His Character
12 Years A Slave: Lupita Nyong'o On Her Character
12 Years A Slave: Paul Dano On Working With Director Steve McQueen
12 Years A Slave: Michael Fassbender On The Director Steve McQueen
12 Years A Slave: Chiwetel Ejiofor On What He Hopes Audiences Can Get Out Of The Film
12 Years A Slave: Alfre Woodard On Steve McQueen's Work
12 Years A Slave: Adepero Oduye On Working With Chiwetel Ejiofor
12 Years A Slave: A Portrait Of Solomo Northup (Featurette)
Other Videos
12 Years A Slave: Fight Back October 18 (TV Spot)
12 Years A Slave: Fight Back Now Playing (TV Spot)
| Year | Type | Category | Won |
|---|
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Motion Picture - Drama | Won |
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama | Nominated |
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Nominated |
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Nominated |
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Director - Motion Picture | Nominated |
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Nominated |
| 2014 | Golden Globe | Best Original Score - Motion Picture | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Motion Picture of the Year | Won |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role | Won |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Achievement in Costume Design | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Achievement in Directing | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Achievement in Film Editing | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Achievement in Production Design | Nominated |
| 2014 | Oscar | Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay | Won |
