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• 62   Metascore
• 2017-2024
• 4 Seasons
• National Geographic Channel
• Documentary, Drama
• TV-14

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National Geographic Channel's GENIUS focuses on the untold stories of the world's most brilliant innovators. This season will explore Aretha Franklin's musical genius, her incomparable career, and the immeasurable impact she has had on music and culture. Starring Academy-Award Nominee Cynthia Erivo as Aretha Franklin.

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Cast & Crew See All

Samantha Colley

Dora Maar

Seth Gabel

Michele Besso

Antonio Banderas

Pablo Picasso

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Season 4 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

MLK/X: Graduation

Thu, Feb 1, 202454 mins

An intense focus on the formative years of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X and their experiences and relationships as young children and teens that shape and influence the iconic figures they would become. Malcolm's release from prison and King's graduation from Boston University begin their respective journeys that will one day change the nation, but also begin a budding rivalry.

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Genius

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Genius: Riding Alongside A Light Beam

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Genius: Time Is But A Stubborn Illusion

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Genius: Ron Howard And Brian Grazer Talk Genius

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Genius: Johnny Flynn Talks About Playing Young Einstein

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Genius: Season 3: Aretha

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Awards

• 2018 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
• 2019 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
• 2022 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
• 2017 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Limited Series - nominated

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