American Playhouse· Season 5 · Episode 18
Roanoak (3)
In 1584, a small band of Englishmen reached Roanoak Island off the coast of North Carolina, set up camp, and make contact with the residing Native Americans, calling on them for help in an attempt to live peacefully as they trade for the profit of both sides.
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Guest stars
Victor Garberas John White
J. Kenneth Campbellas Walter Raleigh
Adrian Sparksas Ralph Lane
Paul Guilfoyle
Patrick Kilpatrickas Amadas
Joseph Runningfoxas WancheseTino Juarezas ManteoEddie Benton-Banaias TirchtoughSherry Blakey-Banaias Ascopo
Victoria Racimoas AppomosiscutRalph Brannenas Cossine
Giancarlo Espositoas Simon FernandesTaryn Grimesas Eleanor
Hallie Footeas Agnes WoodCrew
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