Showing Roots
Synopsis
Set in the year 1977, two women look to integrate their small town, inspired by the miniseries "Roots" as it hits the airwaves.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Showing Roots Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-04-15
Top Cast
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Maggie Grace
Violet
Uzo Aduba
Pearl
Viva Bianca
Dee
Adam Brody
Bud
Elizabeth McGovern
Shirley
Cicely Tyson
Hattie
J.D. Evermore
Raybur
Joe Chrest
Fuzzy Canaday
Daryl Thibodaux
Pedestrian
Kerry Cahill
Clara
Ritchie Montgomery
Pip
Jesse Yarborough
Patrick Kearns
Diner Patron
Sewell Whitney
Preacher
Eric Berris
Bike Rider
Jeff Grays
Joe Black
Nikki May
Girl with Cornrows
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 23, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Wilson
- Screenplay & Story
- Susan Batten
- Original Title
- Showing Roots
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Wilson
Susan Batten
Yaron Levy
Andrew Drazek
Jeffrey M. Hayes, Jennifer Gelfer, Joe Shapiro, Susan Batten, Blythe Frank
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Wilson
Director
Susan Batten
Writer
Andrew Drazek
Editor
Shauna Leone
Costume Design
Yaron Levy
Director of Photography
Susan Batten
Producer
Nick Thurlow
Producer
Michael Mailer
Producer
William Scharpf
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About Showing Roots
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What is Showing Roots about?
Set in the year 1977, two women look to integrate their small town, inspired by the miniseries "Roots" as it hits the airwaves.
Who directed Showing Roots?
Showing Roots was directed by Michael Wilson.
Who stars in Showing Roots?
The principal cast of Showing Roots includes Maggie Grace, Uzo Aduba, Viva Bianca, Adam Brody, Elizabeth McGovern.
When was Showing Roots released and how long is it?
Showing Roots was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.