# Where to watch Roots: The Gift (1988) in the UK

> Roots: The Gift (1988) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 93 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T21:08:38.583Z)  

## Synopsis

On Christmas Eve 1770, a young African warrior, who three years prior had been captured and sold into slavery in America, leads a desperate group of runaway slaves as they attempt to reach freedom in the North.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Roots%3A%20The%20Gift&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Roots%3A%20The%20Gift&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Roots%3A%20The%20Gift+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Roots: The Gift in the UK?**

Roots: The Gift (1988) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Roots: The Gift?**

Yes. Roots: The Gift can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Roots: The Gift on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Roots: The Gift is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/88655/roots-the-gift-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/tEYHKIBMBpUzl33MBNkrrMOezor.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/88655/roots-the-gift-1988.json

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