Index of Genius Seasons 1, 2 & 3 [Cast & Plot]: What Do We Know About the Biographical Drama Series, Genius?

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Index of Genius
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There are historical drama series and then there are the amazing biographical dramas that depict a virtual rendition of a famous person’s life. Genius is one of those. The series was created and developed by Noah Pink and Kenneth Biller and premiered on National Geographic for the audience to watch internationally.

As for the premise of the series, it follows the life of the brilliant scientist, Albert Einstein. It walks you through his life as a child, his time working as a clerk, and his later years where he gifted the world with his share of knowledge with the Theory of Relativity. 

The entire series is transcribed and inspired by the 2007 biographical novel, Einstein: His Life and Universe. If you aren’t a book person and you’d rather watch the show than read the book, we’d recommend this series without any doubt. 

The show has three seasons in total, the last of which was released in 2021. Each season follows the life of a different Genius, taking you along their lives. The show has already been renewed for a fourth season as well. The fourth season of the show is going to be released on Disney+ and will feature the life of Martin Luther King Jr.

What is the plot of Genius?

Although it’s hard to explain an actual premise of this series, mainly because each season of the show follows the life of individual geniuses and isn’t focused around a fictional plot, as many would otherwise think of it.

Take the first season for example. It follows the life of Albert Einstein from the early days to his work as a clerk and then to his findings as a physicist, especially concerning the Theory of Relativity and everything that followed. 

The second season of Genius followed the life of the famous painter, Pablo Picasso. Later when the show was renewed for a third season, it featured the life of Aretha Franklin. The show has been renewed for another season; however, there is no news when Season 4 will come out. The fourth season is focused on the life of Martin Luther King Jr.

Who is Cast in Genius?

Since all the three seasons are based on three different biographies, the primary characters keep on changing. However, there are a few actors who are fixed throughout the three seasons. Let us focus on them:

  • Geoffrey Rush
  • Michael McElhatton
  • Johnny Flynn
  • Samantha Colley
  • Nikki Hahn
  • Richard Topol
  • Emily Watson
  • Gwendolyn Ellis
  • Ralph Brown

What is the third season of Genius about?

If you are one of those people that likes watching biographical shows, Genius is one of those shows that you won’t regret watching. The first two seasons of the show explored the basic introduction to the lives of Fitzgerald, Hemingway, and Wolfe.

However, the third season of the show, as reports suggest ventured into Aretha Franklin’s life, which is a musical genius and has made an impressive impact on the lives of people globally. The fact that the third season focused on her and her career growth was a pretty bold move on the creator’s part for the show.

With how unique the storyline and true to the real life of Aretha Franklin everything was, it isn’t surprising that the show has made lasting impacts on the lives of people. The best thing about Genius is that it navigates through and narrates the lives of genius people and the behind-the-scenes situation that you probably wouldn’t know otherwise.

If you are in India and have been meaning to watch the show, it is available for streaming on Hotstar. You’d need to have a premium subscription to be able to stream and watch the show, so keep that into consideration.

Index of Genius Seasons 1, 2 & 3 [All Episodes]

Index of Genius
Index of Genius

As we said, the show currently has three seasons based on three different biographies. If you are planning on watching each season, we’d recommend going in chronological order of its release. 

Genius Season Season 1 

Episode 1 – Chapter 1

Episode 2 – Chapter 2

Episode 3 – Chapter 3 

Episode 4 – Chapter 4 

Episode 5 – Chapter 5 

Episode 6 – Chapter 6

Episode 7 – Chapter 7

Episode 8 – Chapter 8

Episode 9 – Chapter 9

Episode 10 – Chapter 10

Genius Season Season 2 

Episode 1 – Chapter 1

Episode 2 – Chapter 2

Episode 3 – Chapter 3 

Episode 4 – Chapter 4 

Episode 5 – Chapter 5 

Episode 6 – Chapter 6

Episode 7 – Chapter 7

Episode 8 – Chapter 8

Episode 9 – Chapter 9

Episode 10 – Chapter 10

Genius Season Season 3 

Episode 1 – Respect

Episode 2 – Until the Real Thing Comes Along

Episode 3 – Do Right Woman

Episode 4 – Unforgettable

Episode 5 – Young, Gifted and Black

Episode 6 – Amazing Grace

Episode 7 – Chain of Foods

Episode 8 – No One Sleeps

The show has been renewed for a Season 4; however, things aren’t set in order yet. There is no official confirmation about the release date of the show yet.

Conclusion

If you are interested in learning about the Geniuses that impacted our lives and made history, this series is just what you need. The show is not just educational but extremely enticing from the get-go. Not only do you get to peek into their lives, but it also helps you understand the nitty-gritty that you probably didn’t know about each of these Geniuses.

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FAQs

1. Where can I watch Genius?

Genius was initially released as a television series on National Geographic. But the fourth season is going to be released in Disney+. You can download the Nat Geo TV app to watch it from your phone too. It is available on Amazon Prime as well.

2. Is Genius available on Netflix?

No, the series isn’t available on Netflix. Instead, you will have to look for the other distributing channels.

3. When is Genius Season 4 coming out?

Although the show has been renewed for the fourth season, there have been no reports as to when exactly the fourth season will be released. There are speculations that it might come out by the end of 2021 or by the beginning of 2022. However, there are no official confirmations about it yet.

4. Is there a season 4 of Genius?

Following the positive reception, Genius was later renewed for a fourth season in December 2020. Later, the fourth season aired in March 2021. The show is available for streaming on Disney+ if that’s something you have been questioning. All the seasons are available on the said streaming platform.

5. Is Genius a true story?

Genius is inspired by the real-life story of the famous literary editor who discovered the famous geniuses we know today – Fitzgerald, Hemingway, and Wolfe. The plot of the show follows the life of Maxwell Perkins and is directed by Tony-winning director Michael Grandage and Oscar-nominated screenwriter John Logan.

6. Is Genius worth watching?

Most people who have watched Genius from the first season report that the first two seasons are worth the watch. However, the quality of the show has drastically deteriorated over time. If you have been meaning to watch, be prepared for a downhill battle.

7. How many episodes are there in Genius Season 1?

The first season of Genius has 10 episodes that you can comfortably binge-watch from the start till the end. The cinematography and storytelling in the first season are pretty enticing and will keep you hooked from the get-go.

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