Roots: The Next Generations (1979) — Where to Watch: Streaming Availability & Viewing Options

First aired: Feb 18, 1979 Episode runtime: 96 min Seasons: 1 Episodes: 7 Status: Ended Rating: 3.5/10 Network: ABC Drama

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Quick take

Roots: The Next Generations is built around a clear hook, then lets the characters do most of the work. It currently has 1 season and 7 episodes. If you are here for vibe and chemistry more than plot gymnastics, this one fits. Viewer ratings sit around 3.5/10, but mileage can vary depending on what you like. Availability can change by region and time—use this page to check current streaming, rental, or purchase options.

Overview

Roots: The Next Generations is a television miniseries, introduced in 1979, continuing, from 1882 to the 1960s, the fictionalized story of the family of Alex Haley and their life in Henning, Lauderdale County, Tennessee, USA. This sequel to the 1977 miniseries is based on the last seven chapters of Haley's novel entitled Roots: The Saga of an American Family plus additional material by Haley. Roots: The Next Generations was produced with a budget of $16.6 million, nearly three times as large as that of the original.

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Streaming Availability

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Seasons & episodes

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1. Part 1

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 18, 1979

2. Part 2

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 19, 1979

3. Part 3

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 20, 1979

4. Part 4

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 21, 1979

5. Part 5

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6. Part 6

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7. Part 7

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 25, 1979

FAQ

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How many seasons does it have?
It has 1 season (7 episodes).