Overview
The life stories of history's greatest minds. From their days as young adults to their final years we see their discoveries, loves, relationships, causes, flaws and genius.
Seasons & Episodes
Einstein
Season one charts how Albert Einstein—an imaginative, rebellious patent clerk, who couldn’t get a teaching job or a doctorate—unlocked the mysteries of the atom and the universe. Based on Walter Isaacson’s critically acclaimed book “Einstein: His Life and Universe.”
Picasso
Season two explores how the passionate nature and relentless creative drive of Picasso—a Spanish-born painter, sculptor, poet and playwright—were inextricably linked to his personal life, which included tumultuous marriages, numerous affairs and constantly shifting political and personal alliances.
Aretha
The third season explores Aretha Franklin’s musical genius and incomparable career, as well as the immeasurable impact and lasting influence she has had on music and culture around the world. Grammy Award winner Franklin was a gospel prodigy and outspoken civil rights champion; she is widely considered to be the greatest singer of the past 50 years, receiving countless honors throughout her career.
MLK/X
MLK/X follows Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X from their formative years to their rich, parallel stories as they shape their identities and become the change they wish to see in the world; the two visionaries ultimately rise to pioneer a movement.
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Cast & Crew
Samantha Colley
Mileva Marić
Johnny Flynn
Albert Einstein
Michael McElhatton
Philipp Lenard
Geoffrey Rush
Albert Einstein
Antonio Banderas
Pablo Picasso
Clémence Poésy
Françoise Gilot
Alex Rich
Pablo Picasso
Emily Watson
Elsa Einstein
Ralph Brown
Max Planck
Richard Topol
Fritz Haber
Seth Gabel
Guillaume Apollinaire
T. R. Knight
Max Jacob
Frequently Asked Questions
The life stories of history's greatest minds. From their days as young adults to their final years we see their discoveries, loves, relationships, causes, flaws and genius.
Genius has 4 seasons with 36 episodes.
Genius premiered on April 25, 2017.
No, Genius has ended. The final episode aired on February 22, 2024.
Genius originally aired on National Geographic. Check your local streaming services for availability.
Genius was created by Kenneth Biller.
Genius has a rating of 7.5/10 based on user reviews.
Genius is classified as Drama.