Roots Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1977 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: NR
Frequently Asked Questions About Roots
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Roots have?
Roots has 1 season and 8 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 23, 1977 to January 30, 1977.
Is Roots renewed, ended, or canceled?
Roots has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Roots?
It takes 9h 45m (585 minutes) to watch the complete run of Roots. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 5 days. Yes! At 9.8 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 4.9 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Roots?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Part I"), which holds an outstanding rating of 4.4/10 based on 5 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Roots?
Roots is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Roots?
Roots has an official content rating of NR.
Who are the lead actors in Roots?
The primary ensemble cast includes Robert Reed as Dr. William Reynolds (age 59 (deceased)), Olivia Cole as Mathilda (age 75 (deceased)), Ben Vereen as Chicken George Moore (age 79), Louis Gossett Jr. as Fiddler (age 87 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Reed | Dr. William Reynolds | 59 (deceased) |
| Olivia Cole | Mathilda | 75 (deceased) |
| Ben Vereen | Chicken George Moore | 79 |
| Louis Gossett Jr. | Fiddler | 87 (deceased) |
| Leslie Uggams | Kizzy Reynolds | 83 |
| Lynda Day George | Mrs. Reynolds | 81 |
| John Amos | Kunta Kinte | 84 (deceased) |
| Madge Sinclair | Bell Reynolds | 57 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Roots are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.