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2013-10-18 R 12 Years a Slave

12 Years a Slave

The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup

Release Date: 2013-10-18

Rating: 7.936 / 10

Runtime: 134 mins

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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Runtime

134 minutes

Release Date

2013-10-18

Budget

$20,000,000

Box Office Earnings

$187,000,000

Cast and Crew Members

Crew Members

Steve McQueen
Steve McQueen Director
Doug Torres
Doug Torres Assistant Director
John Ridley
John Ridley Screenplay

Awards and Nominations

Oscar - ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE

Year: 2014
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

Year: 2014
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

Year: 2014
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - COSTUME DESIGN

Year: 2014
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - DIRECTING

Year: 2014
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - FILM EDITING

Year: 2014
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - BEST PICTURE

Year: 2014
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - PRODUCTION DESIGN

Year: 2014
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - WRITING (ADAPTED SCREENPLAY)

Year: 2014
Status: 🏆 Won

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    Andres Gomez

    Rating: 8/10

    "This movie is very, very well done. Well, edited and with the proper long shots at the proper moments bringing you to the life of Solomon without remedy. All the cast performs exceptionally well and Ejiofor is to be remembered for this film. A must to be seen."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the runtime of the 12 Years a Slave ?

The movie is approximately 134 minutes long.

What is the 12 Years a Slave's release date?

2013-10-18 marks the official release date of the movie.

What genre is the 12 Years a Slave?

The movie belongs to the Drama History genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.

Who are the main actors in the 12 Years a Slave?

The lead actors include Chiwetel Ejiofor , Michael Fassbender , and Lupita Nyong'o , among others.

Who directed 12 Years a Slave?

The movie was directed by Steve McQueen Doug Torres

What is the 12 Years a Slave's budget?

The movie had an estimated budget of $20,000,000 .

How much did 12 Years a Slave movie earn at the box office?

A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $187,000,000 at the box office.

What are some production companies behind the 12 Years a Slave movie?

Major production companies include New Regency Pictures Plan B Entertainment River Road Entertainment Regency Enterprises Film4 Productions .

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