12 Years a Slave
#110 in the all-time ranking · #53 among films
3 Oscar wins · 9 nominations
- Age rating
- R
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
12 Years a Slave is rated R and runs 2h 14m.
12 Years a Slave ratings
Age rating for 12 Years a Slave by country
- Switzerland
- 16+
- UK
- 15
- USA
- R
- Germany
- FSK 12
- France
- 16+
- Italy
- T
In Switzerland, 12 Years a Slave is rated 16+. Age rating by country: Switzerland 16+, UK 15, USA R, Germany FSK 12, France 16+, Italy T.
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.
#9 in “Best history movies”.
Where to watch 12 Years a Slave in Switzerland
Streaming in Switzerland: blue TV
Swiss availability from JustWatch via TMDB. Availability can change.