Roots
Jan 23, 1977 · 1h 30m
Director
Marvin J. Chomsky, John Erman, Gilbert Moses, David GreeneOverview
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.
Cast of Roots
Crew of Roots
Marvin J. ChomskyDirector
John ErmanDirector
Gilbert MosesDirector
David GreeneDirector- William BlinnScreenplay
- James LeeScreenplay
- Ernest KinoyScreenplay
- M. Charles CohenScreenplay
Alex HaleyWriter
Gerald FriedOriginal Music Composer- Peter KirbyEditor
- James T. HeckertEditor
- Neil TravisEditor
Quincy JonesMusic- Joseph M. WilcotsCamera Technician
Stevan LarnerCamera Supervisor
About Roots
What is Roots about?
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…
When did Roots first air?
Roots premiered on January 23, 1977.
Where can I watch Roots?
Roots is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How many seasons does Roots have?
Roots has 1 season with 8 episodes. The series has ended.
Who is in the cast of Roots?
The cast of Roots includes John Amos (Older Kunta Kinte), Olivia Cole (Mathilda Moore), Ben Vereen (Chicken Joe Moore) and Madge Sinclair (Belle Reynolds).
Is Roots on Netflix?
No, Roots is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.