TV Series
Where to Watch Roots (2016) in the US
- 2016–
- TV-MA
- 2m
- 1 season
- 7.9IMDb
Roots is available with a subscription, free with ads, or to buy in the United States.
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- Prime VideoSD42 minStarts at$7.96/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
- Prime VideoHD42 minStarts at$11.96/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
- Apple TV StoreSD42 minStarts at$19.99/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
- Apple TV StoreHD42 minStarts at$19.99/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
- Fandango at HomeSD42 minAudioEnglishStarts at$19.99/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
- Fandango at HomeHD42 minAudioEnglishStarts at$19.99/ seasonOpens in a new tab.
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Availability last checked Oct 8, 2026.
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- Watch the series with a subscription on Prime Video (HD).
- Watch the series free with ads on Tubi TV.
- Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
Seasons and episodes
Watch links for each season and episode are the same services that carry Roots.
What it's about
An adaptation of Alex Haley's "Roots", chronicling the history of an African man sold to slavery in America, and his descendants.
Cast and crew
Details
- Release date
- May 30, 2016
- Language
- Mandingo, English
- Country
- United States
- Awards
- Nominated for 7 Primetime Emmys. 5 wins & 52 nominations total
Where to Watch Roots (2016) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Roots in the United States?
- Roots is available with a subscription, free with ads, or to buy in the United States. Watch the series with a subscription on Prime Video (HD). Watch the series free with ads on Tubi TV. Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Roots or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Watch the series with a subscription on Prime Video (HD). Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Roots for free in the United States?
- Watch the series free with ads on Tubi TV.
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