Where to Watch 12 Years a Slave: Cast and Movie Facts
A TMDB-backed guide to 12 Years a Slave, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.
Looking for where to watch 12 Years a Slave (2013)? Here's an evergreen, sourced guide to streaming options, the cast and the core facts of this movie. The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Hulu, YouTube TV. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
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
About 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.
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Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Hulu, YouTube TV. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of 12 Years a Slave?
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
Is this 12 Years a Slave guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.
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