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The illustrious production showcased an ensemble of blazing acting talents and was watched by 140-million viewers. Brought to the screen by pioneering Executive Producer David L. Wolper, this landmark miniseries follows Haley's African ancestor Kunta Kinte, forcibly brought to America in 1767, and the lineage he established despite unspeakable hardships in an unforgiving new land. Through the lens of one family, Wolper's adaptation reverberated across the globe and was crowned with dozens of awards, including an astounding 37 Emmy nominations and nine wins. (Roadshow Entertainment)
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Leslie Uggams
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Hank Rolike
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Richard McKenzie
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Hilly Hicks
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Roxie Roker
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Tina Andrews
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Renn Woods
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Robert Reed
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Roots (1977) (series)
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Stan Haze
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Roots (1977) (series)
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Tracey Gold
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Wayne Heffley
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Ann Weldon
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Fred D. Scott
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Fred Covington
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Roots (1977) (series)
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Rachel Longaker
USA
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Allen Williams
USA
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