Roots: Miniseries
Episodes
Part I
Jan 23, 1977 · 97 min
In Gambia, West Africa, Kunta Kinte, son of Omoro and Binta, distinguishes himself in manhood training rituals. But he does not enjoy his new status long: slave traders sweeping th
Part II
Jan 24, 1977 · 97 min
Despite a violent rebellion, the slave ship Lord Ligonier completes its voyage and Kunta Kinte endures the indignity of an Annapolis slave auction. Fiddler, the slave in charge of
Part III
Jan 25, 1977 · 91 min
In 1776, a nation fights for freedom - but not for all. Still driven by his memories as a Mandinka "fighting man," Kunta (now renamed Toby) escapes once more.
Part IV
Jan 26, 1977 · 51 min
After Genelva's nighttime dalliance with Junta deflects suspicion so she can flee with her lover, Kunta forms a romantic attachment to the worldly-wise Bell, whom he marries.
Part V
Jan 27, 1977 · 51 min
The teenage Kizzy, well-versed in Mandinka history, falls in love with young Noah, who's determined to escape.
Part VI
Jan 28, 1977 · 51 min
Chicken George is sent to England as payment for his owner's gambling debt.
Part VII
Jan 29, 1977 · 51 min
Chicken George returns to North Carolina to find his sons have married and started families - and to learn about a state law that says his status as a free man is forfeited if he s
Part VIII
Jan 30, 1977 · 96 min
The Civil War is over but night riders terrorize ex-slaves. By marking his clients' horseshoes, Tom identifies the raiders but endangers his own life. Chicken George, who fought fo