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May 31, 2016 Season 1 Episode 2 90 min TV-MA

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Season 1 Episode 2 — Aired on May 31, 2016 • runs about 90 minutes.

Directed by Mario Van Peebles.

Written by Alison McDonald.

Notable cast/guest names in this episode include Malachi Kirby, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Forest Whitaker, Laurence Fishburne.

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Synopsis

Redcoats attempt to persuade slaves to run away and join the English army. Kunta escapes but slave catchers apprehend him and amputate half of his foot to ensure he never runs off again. John Waller sells Kunta to his younger brother, William.