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Roots: The Gift

TMDb7.3IMDbView on IMDb ↗1988-12-11· 93 min
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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.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “Roots: The Gift” in Canada, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in Canada can differ from other countries.

Where to watch Roots: The Gift in Canada

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Watch It
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Disney+
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Apple TV+
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Not currently available on the supported providers in Canada.

Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 14 Sept 2026.

Where to watch Roots: The Gift by country