Roots (2016 miniseries)

Roots is an American historical drama television miniseries based on Alex Haley's 1976 novel Roots: The Saga of an American Family. It is a remake of the 1977 miniseries of the same name. The series chronicles the life of Kunta Kinte, a young Gambian man who is captured and sold into slavery in the United States.

The miniseries follows Kunta Kinte's journey from his home in Gambia through the horrors of the Middle Passage to his life as a slave on a Virginia plantation. It depicts the brutal conditions of slavery, the resilience of the enslaved people, and their struggle for freedom. The story spans multiple generations, following Kunta Kinte's descendants as they face the challenges of slavery and the aftermath of the Civil War.

The 2016 Roots miniseries aired on History, A&E, and Lifetime in May 2016. It features a large ensemble cast and aims to present a contemporary and more accurate portrayal of the events depicted in Haley's novel. The production utilized historical consultants to ensure accuracy in its depiction of the culture, environment, and historical context of the story. The miniseries garnered critical acclaim for its performances, historical accuracy, and its exploration of the themes of slavery, family, and identity.