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Series · 1977

Roots

by Marvin J. Chomsky

CineMasters tierCult Classic

Rarity: Very rare. A tier follows the title’s real, lasting fame (Wikipedia readership, worldwide reach, awards, box office, age), never its quality.

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Details

Type
Series
Aired
1977
Director
Marvin J. Chomsky
Genres
Drama
Countries
United States
Original language
English
Episodes
8

Cast

  • LeVar Burton
  • Leslie Uggams
  • Louis Gossett Jr.
  • Olivia Cole
  • Vic Morrow
  • Lynne Moody

Awards

Wins

  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Miniseries (1977)
  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score) (1977)
  • Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing – Drama Series (1977)
  • Peabody Awards (1977)

References

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