Where to watch Roots(2016)
In the United States, Roots is available to stream on Prime Video. It's also free on Tubi TV. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango At Home.
Where to stream Roots
Availability in United States
Included with subscription
Prime Video
Free
Tubi TV
Buy
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play
Fandango At Home
Data updated on October 10, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.
Roots plot summary
Your name is your shield.
An adaptation of Alex Haley's "Roots", chronicling the history of an African slave, Kunta Kinte sold to America and his descendants.
Details
- First aired
- May 30, 2016
- Genres
- Drama, Action & Adventure
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Network
- History
- Status
- Ended
- Country
- United States, Brazil, Estonia
- TMDB rating
- 6.9 / 10 · 180 votes
Roots trailer
Cast
Malachi KirbyKunta Kinte
Jonathan Rhys MeyersTom Lea
Forest WhitakerFiddler
Laurence FishburneAlex Haley
Babs OlusanmokunOmoro Kinte
FAQ
Where can I watch Roots?
In the United States, Roots is available to stream on Prime Video. It's also free on Tubi TV. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango At Home.
Can I rent or buy Roots?
Yes. In the United States you can buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango At Home.
How many seasons does Roots have?
Roots has 1 season and 4 episodes. Status: ended.
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