Roots
"The Saga of an American Family."
🌍 US
📅 1977
📺 1 Seasons
🎬 8 Episodes
⚡ Ended
🎭 Drama
📡 ABC
📖 About Roots
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.
📋 Roots — Quick Info
| Title | Roots |
| Genre | Drama |
| Network | ABC |
| First Air Date | 1977-01-23 |
| Last Air Date | 1977-01-30 |
| Status | Ended |
| Total Seasons | 1 |
| Total Episodes | 8 |
| Origin Country | US |
| Language | EN |
| Rating | ⭐ 7.4/10 (238 votes) |
| Type | Miniseries |
📺 Roots — All Seasons
1 Seasons| # | Season Name | Episodes | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | Miniseries | 8 Episodes | 1977-01-23 |
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❓ FAQ 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 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.
How many episodes does Roots have?
Roots has a total of 8 episodes spread across 1 season(s). It first aired on 1977-01-23.
Who stars in Roots?
The main cast of Roots includes .
What is the rating of Roots?
Roots has a rating of 7.4/10 based on 238 votes. It is a ended Drama series.
Where can I watch Roots?
Roots airs on ABC. Check your local streaming platforms for availability.
What genre is Roots?
Roots is a Drama series from US. It features in lead roles.