12 Years a Slave
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.
Top Billed Cast
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Solomon Northup
Michael Fassbender
Edwin Epps
Lupita Nyong'o
Patsey
Benedict Cumberbatch
William Ford
Paul Dano
John Tibeats
Featured Crew
Steve McQueen
Director
Jeremy Kleiner
Producer
Joe Walker
Editor
Sean Bobbitt
Director of Photography
Hans Zimmer
Original Music Composer
Solomon Northup
Novel
Anthony Katagas
Producer
Adam Stockhausen
Production Design
Francine Maisler
Casting
Patricia Norris
Costume Design
Brad Pitt
Producer
Steve McQueen
Producer
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