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: 0.136
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
LeVar Burton
as Kunta Kinte
Louis Gossett Jr.
as Fiddler
Avery Brooks
as Cletus Moyer
Kate Mulgrew
as Hattie Carraway
Shaun Cassidy
as Edmund Parker, Jr.
John McMartin
as Edmund Parker, Sr.
Jerry Hardin
as William Reynolds
Annabella Price
as Sarah Parker
Michael Learned
as Amelia Parker
Fran Bennett
as May
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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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