12 Years a Slave (2013)
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.
Where to watch 12 Years a Slave
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +2 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Lionsgate+ | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky +2 | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky +1 |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Stan | JustWatch TV, Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | Channel 4 Plus | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | Neon TV | JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Germany | ArthouseCNMA, Arthouse CNMA, Moviedome Plus, Kabel Eins Classics +2 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome +4 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, maxdome +2 |
| France | — | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +8 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +8 |
| Spain | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total | Rakuten TV | Rakuten TV |
| Italy | Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Now TV | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, CHILI | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, CHILI |
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What is 12 Years a Slave about?
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. 12 Years a Slave is a Drama, History movie, released on 2013-10-18, runtime 134 minutes.
Is 12 Years a Slave worth watching?
TMDB users rate 12 Years a Slave 7.9 out of 10 from 12,332 ratings. It is widely liked by viewers.
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave?
In the United Kingdom, 12 Years a Slave streams on Lionsgate+ and can be rented from Apple TV and Rakuten TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Steve McQueen
Cast
- Chiwetel Ejiofor as Solomon Northup
- Michael Fassbender as Edwin Epps
- Lupita Nyong'o as Patsey
- Benedict Cumberbatch as William Ford
- Paul Dano as John Tibeats
- Sarah Paulson as Mary Epps
- Adepero Oduye as Eliza
- Scoot McNairy as Brown
- Paul Giamatti as Theophilus Freeman
- Brad Pitt as Samuel Bass
- Michael Kenneth Williams as Robert
- Alfre Woodard as Mistress Shaw
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