Where to watch 12 Years a Slave (2013)
The extraordinary true story of Solomon Northup.
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in India.
Story
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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— India
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— The US
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✅ Germany
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Chiwetel EjioforSolomon Northup
Michael FassbenderEdwin Epps
Lupita Nyong'oPatsey
Benedict CumberbatchWilliam Ford
Paul DanoJohn Tibeats
Sarah PaulsonMary Epps
Adepero OduyeEliza
Scoot McNairyBrown
Paul GiamattiTheophilus Freeman
Brad PittSamuel Bass
Michael Kenneth WilliamsRobert
Alfre WoodardMistress Shaw
Director: Steve McQueen
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave in India?
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in India.
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave in the US?
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave isn't included with any subscription in the US, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave in the UK?
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave (2013) is streaming in the UK on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel and Channel 4. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave in Pakistan?
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave isn't available to stream, rent or buy online in Pakistan.
Where can I watch 12 Years a Slave in Germany?
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave (2013) is streaming in Germany on ArthouseCNMA, Arthouse CNMA Amazon Channel, Moviedome Plus Amazon Channel and Magenta TV+. You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
Is 12 Years a Slave on Netflix?
As of 13 October 2026, 12 Years a Slave is not on Netflix in India, the US, the UK, Pakistan or Germany.
Who is in the cast of 12 Years a Slave?
12 Years a Slave stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong'o, Benedict Cumberbatch and Paul Dano, and is directed by Steve McQueen.
How long is 12 Years a Slave and is it any good?
12 Years a Slave runs 2h 14m and has an average user rating of 7.9/10 from 12,276 votes.