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  • Roots Part I (Season 1, Episode 1)
  • TV-14
    TV Episode | 97 min | Biography, Drama, History

Roots

Part I (Season 1, Episode 1)
TV-14
TV Episode | 97 min | Biography, Drama, History

In 1750, in Gambia, West Africa, Kunta Kinte, son of Omoro and Binta, distinguishes himself among his tribesmen in manhood training rituals. But he does not enjoy his new status long: slave traders sweeping the countryside seize him. ...See moreIn 1750, in Gambia, West Africa, Kunta Kinte, son of Omoro and Binta, distinguishes himself among his tribesmen in manhood training rituals. But he does not enjoy his new status long: slave traders sweeping the countryside seize him. Chained with other captives, Kunta begins an agonized odyssey to the New World. Written by Anonymous See less
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William Blinn (adaptation) (written for television by) | Alex Haley (book) | Ernest Kinoy
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Updated Jan 23, 1977

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Jan 23, 1977 (United States)

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