Genius (2017)
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Status:
Ended -
Season 4:
Ended on February 22, 2024 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 36 Episodes
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Season: 4
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Feb 01, 2024 | ||
| E2 | Feb 01, 2024 | ||
| E3 | Feb 08, 2024 | ||
| E4 | Feb 08, 2024 | ||
| E5 | Feb 15, 2024 | ||
| E6 | Feb 15, 2024 | ||
| E7 | Feb 22, 2024 | ||
| E8 | Feb 22, 2024 |
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Why Watch:
Explore how this anthology series transitioned a nature-focused network into a home for high-end scripted historical drama.Series Analysis:
National Geographic redefined its brand with Genius, a scripted anthology that transformed historical icons into complex, flawed protagonists. By moving beyond dry biographies, the series explored the friction between public brilliance and private turmoil. The debut season, focusing on Albert Einstein, set a high bar for intellectual drama, proving that scientific and artistic breakthroughs provide fertile ground for cinematic storytelling. Its legacy lies in the humanization of legends like Picasso and Aretha Franklin, stripping away the marble statues to reveal the ambition and societal hurdles beneath. As an educational tool and prestige drama, it bridged the gap between academic history and mainstream entertainment. While the series has concluded, stay vigilant and set a reminder for potential news regarding future revivals or spin-offs.Tone: Analytical, appreciative, and historically grounded. Last Updated: July 2025
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Network:
National Geographic -
Seasons:
4 -
Years:
2017 - 2024 -
Genre:
Drama, History -
Country:
United States -
Language:
English -
Rating:
TV-PG