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Roots

The series chronicles the journey of an African man and his descendants, tracing their path from slavery in the 18th century to their current experiences and achievements in America.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Part 1

1. Part 1

Aired: May 30, 2016

A young boy named Kunta Kinte is born in the Gambia River region of West Afri...

Episode 2 Part 2

2. Part 2

Aired: May 31, 2016

Tension erupts among enslaved Africans when a British offer of freedom is mad...

Episode 3 Part 3

3. Part 3

Aired: Jun 1, 2016

George's remarkable expertise in training gamecocks earns him the esteemed ti...

Episode 4 Part 4

4. Part 4

Aired: Jun 2, 2016

A familiar face returns to the Lea farm after 20 years, reigniting old confli...

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Streaming in:

United States

  • AustraliaAustralia
  • United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Info about Roots

Network: History

Production Countries: United States, Brazil, Estonia

Genres:Drama, War, History

Roots: Where to Watch Online in United States?

Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Roots" by streaming it on the following platforms: Prime Video or alternatively, you can enjoy it completely free of charge with advertisements on the following platforms: The Roku Channel, Amazon Freevee, Tubi TV. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "Roots" on the following digital platforms: AppleTV, Windows Store, Amazon, Google Play, VUDU, YouTube, Fandango at Home.