Genius
“Martin Luther King Jr / Malcolm X. Two minds, one movement.”
Series 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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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4 Seasons • 36 Episodes
43 min per episode
2017 – 2024
Premiered: Tue, Apr 25, 2017
Suzan-Lori ParksLatest Aired Episode
Season 4, Episode 8: “Can You Imagine”
Malcolm, knowing his death is likely imminent, works hard to care for his family, reconcile with his siblings, and speak truth to power about the Nation and the best way forward, up until his final moments. In the aftermath of Malcom’s death, Martin, feeling his own mortality, decides that he can no longer remain silent on the Vietnam War. A horrifying day in Memphis shocks the world.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Extended TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-01-18
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kenneth Biller, Noah Pink, Suzan-Lori Parks, Jeff Stetson
Maria Warith-Wade, Quran Squire
Kristen Zolner, Jeff Stetson, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Damione Macedon, Raphael Jackson Jr.
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Genius
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What is Genius about?
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.
How many seasons does Genius have?
Genius comprises 4 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Genius?
Key cast members in Genius include Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Jayme Lawson, Weruche Opia, Gary Carr.
Who created or directed Genius?
Genius was developed and directed by Kenneth Biller, Noah Pink, Suzan-Lori Parks, Jeff Stetson.