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Roots: The Gift

Roots: The Gift

On Christmas Eve 1770, a young African warrior, who three years prior had been captured and sold into slavery in America, leads a desperate group of runaway slaves as they attempt to reach freedom in the North.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Roots: The Gift
  • Genres: Drama, History, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1988-12-11
  • Runtime: 93 minutes
  • Rating: 6.8/10 (12 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: David L. Wolper Productions, Warner Bros. Television
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4856
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

LeVar Burton

LeVar Burton

as Kunta Kinte

Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr.

as Fiddler

Avery Brooks

Avery Brooks

as Cletus Moyer

Kate Mulgrew

Kate Mulgrew

as Hattie Carraway

Shaun Cassidy

Shaun Cassidy

as Edmund Parker, Jr.

John McMartin

John McMartin

as Edmund Parker, Sr.

Jerry Hardin

Jerry Hardin

as William Reynolds

Annabella Price

Annabella Price

as Sarah Parker

Michael Learned

Michael Learned

as Amelia Parker

Fran Bennett

Fran Bennett

as May

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

holidayfreedomslaveryracismcaptive

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roots: The Gift?

Roots: The Gift is a Drama, History, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1988-12-11.

Who are the main actors in Roots: The Gift?

The main cast includes LeVar Burton, Louis Gossett Jr., Avery Brooks, Kate Mulgrew, Shaun Cassidy, .

Where can I watch Roots: The Gift online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Roots: The Gift is available.

Is Roots: The Gift based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Roots: The Gift?

Roots: The Gift has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 12 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Roots: The Gift?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Roots: The Gift?

The soundtrack was composed by David L. Wolper Productions, Warner Bros. Television. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Roots: The Gift filmed?

Roots: The Gift was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Roots: The Gift?

The total runtime of Roots: The Gift is 93 minutes.

Is Roots: The Gift suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Roots: The Gift?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Roots: The Gift.

Does Roots: The Gift have a post-credit scene?

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