Season 9
10 episodes
52 min. per episode
Where to watch
Renowned scholar uncovers hidden family histories, revealing shocking truths that transform identities and connections across generations.
Episodes
Julia Roberts and Edward Norton trace their families back deep into American history and beyond. And they each have an additional surprise in store.
Henry Lewis Gates Jr. takes Claire Danes and Jeff Daniels on a journey into their roots.
Carol Burnett and Niecy Nash uncover some family secrets about the untold lives of their grandparents. One revelation so shocking that the guest learned it during filming to prepare her family for the result.
Cyndi Lauper, Jamie Chung and Danny Trejo uncover the stories of their immigrant ancestors.
Viola Davis and Brian Cox learn about relatives they never knew about whose fights against the odds inspire their descendants. Also, both learn of long-lost relatives who have been on the show.
Before the popularity of AncestryDNA, journalist and cultural critic Henry Louis Gates, Jr. divulges the family trees of various celebrities, many times with stunning revelations.