Genius
"Martin Luther King Jr / Malcolm X. Two minds, one movement."
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.
Crew
Kenneth Biller, Noah Pink, Suzan-Lori Parks, Jeff Stetson
Seasons
Einstein
10 Episodes
2017
Season one charts how Albert Einsteināan imaginative, rebellious patent clerk, who couldnāt get a teaching job or a doctorateāunlocked the mysteries of the atom and the universe. Based on Walter Isaacsonās critically acclaimed book āEinstein: His Life and Universe.ā
Picasso
10 Episodes
2018
Season two explores how the passionate nature and relentless creative drive of Picassoāa Spanish-born painter, sculptor, poet and playwrightāwere inextricably linked to his personal life, which included tumultuous marriages, numerous affairs and constantly shifting political and personal alliances.
Aretha
8 Episodes
2021
The third season explores Aretha Franklinās 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
8 Episodes
2024
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.
