Where to Watch Roots

  • TV Show
  • 1 Season
  • 🇺🇸 US
  • Rated ⭐ 7.4 out of 10
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The Saga of an American Family.

The epic tale of celebrated Pulitzer-prize winning author Alex Haley's ancestors as portrayed in the acclaimed twelve hour mini-series Roots, was first told in his 1976 bestseller Roots: The Saga of an American Family. The docu-drama covers a period of history that begins in mid-1700s Gambia, West Africa and concludes during post-Civil War United States, over 100 years later. This 1977 miniseries eventually won 9 Emmy awards, a Golden Globe award, and a Peabody award, and still stands as the most watched miniseries in U.S. history.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roots

Where can I stream Roots (1977)?
Roots (1977) is available on Prime Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango at Home. Compare prices and availability across services. It is also available in South Korea, Spain, Canada, Germany, France, and 2 more countries.
Is Roots available on Netflix?
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How many seasons does Roots have?
Roots has 1 season. The show is currently ended.
Is Roots appropriate for kids?
Roots is rated NR. Not Rated - this title has not received an official rating. Viewer discretion is advised.
When was Roots released?
Roots was released on January 23, 1977. Check streaming availability for this TV show in your country above.
Who stars in Roots?
Roots stars Olivia Cole, Ben Vereen, John Amos, Madge Sinclair, Robert Reed and Louis Gossett Jr..
Who created Roots?
Roots was created by Alex Haley.
Who produced Roots?
Roots was produced by David L. Wolper Productions and Warner Bros. Television.