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Part I

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In Gambia, West Africa, Kunta Kinte, son of Omoro and Binta, distinguishes himself in manhood training rituals. But he does not enjoy his new status long: slave traders sweeping the countryside seize him. Chained with other captives, Kunta begins an agonized odyssey to the New World.

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  • Originally Aired January 23, 1977
  • Runtime 65 minutes
  • Network ABC (US)
  • Created May 12, 2015 by
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  • Modified March 16, 2023 by
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Name Type Role
William Blinn Writer
Ernest Kinoy Writer
Maya Angelou Guest Star
Moses Gunn Guest Star
Cicely Tyson Guest Star
O.J. Simpson Guest Star
David Greene Director