The epic miniseries "Roots" debuted 25 years ago on ABC. The miniseries based on the book of the same name by the late Alex Haley.
ABC decided that it would not televise the miniseries to comemmorate the 25th anniversary. The Hallmark channel will televise the miniseries. ABC, from reports, didn't want to interrupt its tv line-up to show the miniseries.
IMO, I think that it should be shown on network television. There are many out there who are farrrrrrrrrrr removed from what happened many years ago.
I remember my parents reading the book when I was a little girl, way before the book was turned into a movie. Since my cable system has the hallmark channel, I will watch. I'm sure I can get a better understanding or appreciate the history even more.
I remember years ago, in the 70's seemed like Roots would come on EVERY summer.
"ROOTS" Turns 25
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