Based on Alex Haley's best-selling novel about his African ancestors, Roots followed several generations in the lives of a slave family. The saga began with Kunta Kinte (LeVar Burton), a West African youth captured by slave raiders and shipped to America in the 1700s. The family's saga is depicted up until the Civil War where Kunte Kinte's grandson gained emancipation. Roots made its greatest impression on the ratings and widespread popularity it garnered. On average, 80 million people watched each of the episodes and over 100 million - almost half the country at the time - saw the final episode.
Warner Bros has announced a new release for
Roots. This release marks the 30th Anniversary of the mini-series watched by over 80 million people during its initial broadcast. The 7 disc set will be released on
May 22, and boasts new bonus material. Suggested retail price is $59.98. We hope to have information on the bonus material, and artwork, very soon.
