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Showing Roots

5.620161h 40mMovieComedyDrama

Set in the year 1977, two women look to integrate their small town, inspired by the miniseries "Roots" as it hits the airwaves.

DirectorMichael Wilson
WriterSusan Batten
ProducersJeffrey M. Hayes·Jennifer Gelfer

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

Showing Roots isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Michael Wilson

MGMaggie Grace
Maggie Grace
Violet
UAUzo Aduba
Uzo Aduba
Pearl
VBViva Bianca
Viva Bianca
Dee
ABAdam Brody
Adam Brody
Bud
EMElizabeth McGovern
Elizabeth McGovern
Shirley
CTCicely Tyson
Cicely Tyson
Hattie
JEJ.D. Evermore
J.D. Evermore
Raybur
JCJoe Chrest
Joe Chrest
Fuzzy Canaday
DT
Daryl Thibodaux
Pedestrian
KCKerry Cahill
Kerry Cahill
Clara
RMRitchie Montgomery
Ritchie Montgomery
Pip
JYJesse Yarborough
Jesse Yarborough

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Showing Roots — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Showing Roots?

Showing Roots isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Showing Roots on Netflix?

No, Showing Roots is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Showing Roots on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Showing Roots isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Showing Roots for free?

Showing Roots isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.