How many seasons does Roots have?

Roots has 1 season and 8 episodes.

Roots

Name: Roots
Genre: Drama
Released: 1977-01-23
Rating: 7.4

ENDED1 Seasons8 Episodes★ 7.4

NetworkABC

First AiredJan 23, 1977

Last AiredJan 30, 1977

GenreDrama

Runtime90 min

Created ByAlex Haley

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.

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Seasons & Episodes1 season · 8 episodes

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E1Part I

Jan 23, 197797m★ 6.7

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 the countryside seize him. Chained with other captives, Kunta begins an agonized odyssey to the New World.

E2Part II

Jan 24, 197797m

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 Kunta's training, becomes his only friend, a friendship that's tested when Kunta plans his escape.

E3Part III

Jan 25, 197791m

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.

E4Part IV

Jan 26, 197751m

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.

E5Part V

Jan 27, 197751m

The teenage Kizzy, well-versed in Mandinka history, falls in love with young Noah, who's determined to escape.

E6Part VI

Jan 28, 197751m

Chicken George is sent to England as payment for his owner's gambling debt.

E7Part VII

Jan 29, 197751m

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 stays more than 60 days. Meanwhile, the nation erupts in Civil War.

E8Part VIII

Jan 30, 197796m

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 for the Union, rejoins his family. He leads them to a new home in Tennessee.

About Roots

Roots is a drama series on ABC. The show first aired on Jan 23, 1977 and currently has 1 season and 8 episodes. Roots has ended after 1 seasons. It has a rating of 7.4/10 based on 237 votes. Created by Alex Haley.