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.

• Alex Haley
• Lawrence Konner
• Mark Rosenthal

• Forest Whitaker
• Matthew Goode
• James Purefoy