Genius

Name: Genius
Genre: Drama
Released: 2017-04-25
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Jayme Lawson, Weruche Opia, Gary Carr

CANCELED4 Seasons36 Episodes★ 7.5

Genius is a drama series on National Geographic that ran from 2017 to 2024. It was canceled after 4 seasons and 36 episodes.

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NetworkNational Geographic

First AiredApr 25, 2017

Last AiredFeb 22, 2024

GenreDrama

Runtime43 min

Created ByKenneth Biller, Noah Pink, Suzan-Lori Parks, Jeff Stetson

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

ProductionEUE / Sokolow Entertainment, Imagine Television Studios, OddLot Entertainment

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.

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Cast

Aaron Pierre

Malcolm X

Kelvin Harrison Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Jayme Lawson

Betty Shabazz

Weruche Opia

Coretta Scott King

Gary Carr

Clyde X

Hubert Point-Du Jour

Ralph Abernathy

Ron Cephas Jones

Elijah Muhammad

Seasons & Episodes4 seasons · 36 episodes

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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.

E1Graduation

Feb 1, 202456m★ 3.6

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.

E2Who We Are

Feb 1, 202453m★ 3.7

Malcolm is introduced to the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, who takes him under his wing after recognizing his potential with the NOI, but temptations from an old flame and the bonds of family test his strength. Martin introduces and brings Coretta into the King family. Martin finds his voice within the church and is faced with a career decision that will alter his relationship with Daddy King.

E3Protect Us

Feb 8, 202452m★ 3.6

Malcolm builds space for Muslims in the Harlem community, meeting new member Betty Saunders. As romance builds between the two, a confrontation with the police puts Malcolm in the spotlight. As the Montgomery bus boycott intensifies, Martin and his new family are faced with concerns about their safety. In the end, both find themselves ascending to heights they could have never imagined.

E4Watch the Throne

Feb 8, 202453m★ 3.6

After an attack leaves Martin grappling with his mortality, he must confront whether his fear is affecting his ability to lead. Malcolm sees an opportunity to grow the profile of the Nation in the form of a documentary about the NOI. However the consequences of his actions begin to bubble to the surface. All the while, Malcolm juggles a growing family as Betty finds herself feeling isolated.

E5Matriarchs

Feb 15, 202451m★ 3.6

With Martin unjustly jailed, Coretta must call upon all her strength to keep pushing forward. When an opportunity to help Martin comes up, she takes it, despite pushback from Daddy King. With Malcolm refusing to listen to her needs, Betty takes drastic action to try to save her marriage. A reminder of her past, and a vision for her future, show her the way through.

E6The American Promise

Feb 15, 202452m★ 3.7

In an effort to force the passage of the Civil Rights Act, Martin and his allies attempt their biggest undertaking yet – the March on Washington. As it draws near, Martin finds himself struggling to find the right words to unite the country. When Malcolm finds himself nearly suspended from the Nation, he evaluates his relationship with Elijah, especially in light of a dramatic revelation.

E7The Sword and the Shield

Feb 22, 202451m★ 3.7

After his break from the NOI, the pain of betrayal from Elijah takes a toll on Malcolm mentally, physically and emotionally. When further betrayals within the Nation come to both him and Betty, he decides to speak out. The FBI targets Martin and Coretta, causing stress and paranoia, but the passage of the Civil Rights Act gives both Martin and Malcolm hope - and the opportunity to meet each other.

E8Can You Imagine

Feb 22, 202446m★ 3.8

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.

About Genius

Genius is a drama series on National Geographic. The show first aired on Apr 25, 2017 and currently has 4 seasons and 36 episodes. Genius has been canceled. It has a rating of 7.5/10 based on 314 votes. The cast includes Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Jayme Lawson, Weruche Opia, Gary Carr. Created by Kenneth Biller and Noah Pink and Suzan-Lori Parks and Jeff Stetson.