Genius
Overview
Genius explores the remarkable lives of some of history's most brilliant figures, delving into their journeys from youth to old age. Each episode highlights their groundbreaking discoveries, personal relationships, romantic entanglements, and the complexities that shaped their genius. Viewers witness the triumphs and struggles that defined these extraordinary individuals, revealing the human side behind their legendary achievements. The series offers a captivating portrayal of how passion and perseverance shaped the legacies of iconic thinkers.
Episodes
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1
The Emerald Heart
Eleven-year-old Jim Kipp and his mother, Tressa, are visiting her mom's home nestled in the Houma swamps. As Jim delves into the eerie allure and thre...
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Chapter One
The narrative unfolds through snapshots of Albert Einstein's later years, interspersed with memories from his student days in Munich and Zürich durin...
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Chapter Two
Following a clash of ideas in class, Einstein finds himself captivated by the resolute Mileva Maric. Their budding romance becomes a topic of gossip a...
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The Living Image
Dr. Arcane makes another effort to acquire the bio-restorative formula from Swamp Thing, but this time he has an ally. To Swamp Thing’s shock, the p...
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Chapter Three
Einstein faces the challenge of providing for his expectant wife while trying to secure an academic position in a rigid environment bound by tradition...
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The Death of Dr. Arcane
Arcane has sent his newest mutant creature into the swamp, programmed to devour anything in its path. If this experiment proves successful, he plans t...
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Chapter Four
Albert Einstein and Mileva navigate the challenges of parenting while he strives to gain recognition from the scientific community. Balancing family l...
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The Legend of the Swamp Maiden
Under the cover of darkness, Jim and Oboe venture to the swamp to catch a glimpse of the elusive Swamp Maiden, who makes her rare appearance just once...
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Chapter Five
Einstein starts to embrace the academic life he has always desired, yet he struggles to fulfill his family obligations. During this time, he reconnect...
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Spirit of the Swamp
In this episode, seasoned actor Roscoe Lee Browne portrays Ogun, a voodoo priest hired by Arcane to eliminate the Swamp Thing.
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Blood Wind
Arcane's apprentice, dubbed the "Crown Prince," is conducting experiments with hatred pheromones. After what he believes to be a failed batch, he disc...
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Chapter Six
Einstein relocates his family for his job and to be nearer to his new romantic interest, Elsa. As he embarks on the journey to validate his groundbrea...
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Grotesquery
The Swamp Thing succumbs to a surge of toxic waste and collapses, only to be discovered by two men who take him to a carnival freak show controlled by...
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Chapter Seven
Following the aftermath of the war, a surge of nationalism begins to taint the ideals of Fritz Haber, one of Albert Einstein’s dearest friends, lead...
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Natural Enemy
In the heart of the swamp, a mutant insect roams free, and Jim's inquisitive nature leads him to become its next unfortunate target, suffering a letha...
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Chapter Eight
As the Nazis gain power in Germany, Einstein and his wife, Elsa, try to escape the country. However, they encounter unforeseen obstacles that complica...
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Treasure
A thief, fleeing from his female partner in crime, decides to take refuge in the swamp where he stashed a fortune in stolen money. His last destinatio...
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Chapter Nine
Albert Einstein begins to adapt to his new life in America, yet threats loom from overseas, putting both him and his former associates in jeopardy.
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New Acquaintance
Jim is experiencing loneliness and seeks companionship when he encounters a mysterious girl named Lily in town. She unexpectedly invites herself into ...
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Chapter Ten
Following the detonation of the atomic bomb and the conclusion of World War II, Einstein embraces his identity as a global citizen during his later ye...
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Falco
A mutant from Arcane's experiments tracks him down in the swamp, seeking vengeance. The Swamp Thing attempts to help him come to terms with his existe...
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From Beyond the Grave
Jim and Tressa face the possibility of being forced out of the swamp when a lawyer presents them with an eviction notice tied to Tressa's deceased mot...
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The Shipment
Arcane takes Jim captive and sells him into slavery after the boy witnesses the sinister transformations the doctor inflicts on men, with the local sh...
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Birth Marks
Abigail, a teenage synthetic human, makes a daring escape from Dr. Woodroe’s lab just as it erupts in flames. As she runs through the streets, Will ...
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Dark Side of the Mirror
Arcane decides to eliminate the local district attorney after the DA vows to take him down. A high-profile murder linked to Arcane would be difficult ...
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Silent Screams
Tressa and her friends fall prey to yet another of Arcane's experiments orchestrated by General Sunderland. As Tressa desperately attempts to rescue h...
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Walk a Mile in My Shoots
For one night, Swamp Thing and Arcane experience a bizarre twist of fate when they swap bodies. As they navigate each other's lives, both quickly real...
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The Watchers
While exploring the swamp, Tressa stumbles upon two robots surveying the area and the Kipp home, looking for clues related to Dr. Woodrue's experiment...
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The Hunt
Tensions rise when Will's long-absent father arrives, seeking a rare white orchid that Arcane has hired him to steal. Will's trust in his father shatt...
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Touch of Death
In a twisted attempt at arcane research, a group conducts gruesome experiments on a hapless man, killing him in the process and attempting to bring hi...
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Tremors of the Heart
At the Arcane complex, a blend of romance and danger unfolds as he teams up with his latest partner, Sienna, to create a device that generates artific...
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The Prometheus Parabola
An old foe of Arcane returns to town, armed with something that Arcane desperately desires. Meanwhile, Tressa and Abigail find themselves captured, an...
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Night of the Dying
While attempting to dabble in voodoo, Arcane finds himself overtaken by malevolent spirits. As he delves deeper into the dark arts, these supernatural...
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Chapter One
As fascism looms over Spain, Pablo Picasso faces the growing danger head-on. Meanwhile, a younger version of Pablo turns away from conventional art fo...
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Love Lost
The Swamp Thing is finding it increasingly difficult to hold onto the hope of becoming human once more. A figure from his past arrives, using Will as ...
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Chapter Two
The war puts a strain on Picasso's bond with Dora Maar. Meanwhile, the young Pablo finds success by emulating the great artists of the past, yet he gr...
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Mist Demeanor
As a deadly mist rises from the swamp and threatens to engulf Houma, the Swamp Thing joins forces with Arcane to combat the looming disaster before it...
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Chapter Three
Pablo Picasso encounters his deep romantic connection, Françoise Gilot. Following the tragic loss of a close friend, the young artist enters his poig...
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A Nightmare on Jackson Street
Will finds himself confronted by a hidden truth from his past that resurfaces unexpectedly. The swamp pushes him to confront his inner struggles, whil...
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Chapter Four
While the older Picasso navigates two romantic relationships, a young Pablo is determined to craft a masterpiece that will mark his emergence as a sig...
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Better Angels
Ann Fisk, a scientist and ex-student of Alec Holland, has arrived in town. Her mentor, Carter LaRoche, plans to establish a recycling plant in the swa...
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Chapter Five
Picasso makes an effort to persuade Françoise to take the leap and move in with him. Meanwhile, Young Pablo finds himself grappling with the groundbr...
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Chapter Six
Picasso invites Françoise Gilot on a getaway. Meanwhile, a young Pablo collaborates with Georges Braque to pioneer cubism, but soon finds himself emb...
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Children of the Fool
Will finds himself smitten with a charming carnival worker named Amanda. However, he soon discovers that Amanda is trapped by the sinister carnival ow...
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Chapter Seven
Following World War II, Picasso becomes a member of the Communist Party, yet he finds it challenging to harmonize his artistic expression with his pol...
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A Jury of His Fears
Arcane faces the consequences of his dark deeds during a mock trial held by those he has wronged, only to meet his demise in a laboratory mishap. As h...
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Chapter Eight
Pablo encounters his first wife, a talented ballerina, during the creation of a ballet. Meanwhile, an older Picasso finds it challenging to navigate t...
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Poisonous
Ian James, a morally questionable anthropologist, arrives in the swamp with the aim of making a name for himself, but his actions have detrimental eff...
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Chapter Nine
A young Picasso seeks solace from his troubled marriage with Olga in the embrace of his latest muse, Marie-Thérèse Walter. Their passionate affair, ...
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Smoke and Mirrors
Nathan Stone, a heavy metal artist, finds himself isolated in the Kipp boarding house, where the Swamp Thing begins to torment him with psychological ...
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Chapter Ten
Following Françoise Gilot's departure, Pablo seeks solace in the company of another woman. In a state of near isolation, he becomes fixated on achiev...
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This Old House of Mayan
Will finds himself captured by a duo of avaricious explorers who compel him to guide them to a hidden Mayan temple deep within the swamp. This ancient...
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Sonata
Ann Fisk ventures back into the swamp, drawn by the enigmatic voice that once led her, convinced she might finally uncover its identity. Meanwhile, th...
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Respect
In 1967, Aretha seeks a breakthrough by heading to Muscle Shoals to create her debut album for Atlantic Records. Meanwhile, after the passing of her s...
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Until the Real Thing Comes Along
In 1966, Aretha is on a quest to discover her musical identity when she draws the interest of Jerry Wexler from Atlantic Records. Flashing back to 195...
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Do Right Woman
In 1967 and 1968, Aretha balances her burgeoning music career with her dedication to the civil rights movement under the leadership of Martin Luther K...
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Unforgettable
In 1968, Aretha graces the cover of Time Magazine, but her excitement turns to heartbreak when the article highlights the sensational aspects of her p...
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Young, Gifted and Black
In 1970, Aretha channels her inspiration from Angela Davis and the Soledad Brothers to create her protest album, “Young, Gifted and Black.” Althou...
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Amazing Grace
In 1972, Aretha captures the magic of her most successful live Gospel album, “Amazing Grace,” at the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church. Despite...
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Chain of Fools
As the disco era takes off, Aretha Franklin is determined to stay in the spotlight, even if it means overshadowing her sister Carolyn to seize a chanc...
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No One Sleeps
In the face of profound personal struggles, including her second divorce and the passing of her father in 1984, Aretha channels her pain into her musi...
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Graduation
The episode delves deep into the early lives of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, exploring their childhoods and teenage years that mold their id...
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Who We Are
Malcolm meets the esteemed Elijah Muhammad, who sees great promise in him and decides to mentor him within the Nation of Islam. However, Malcolm strug...
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Protect Us
Malcolm creates a welcoming environment for Muslims in Harlem, where he encounters a new member named Betty Saunders. As their relationship deepens, a...
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Watch the Throne
Following an attack that forces Martin to confront his own mortality, he faces the challenge of whether his fears are hindering his leadership. Meanwh...
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Matriarchs
As Martin finds himself wrongfully imprisoned, Coretta digs deep to find the resilience needed to continue the fight. When a chance to aid Martin aris...
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The American Promise
To push for the Civil Rights Act, Martin and his supporters embark on their most ambitious initiative: the March on Washington. As the date approaches...
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The Sword and the Shield
Following his departure from the Nation of Islam, Malcolm struggles with the emotional and physical fallout from Elijah's betrayal. As more betrayals ...
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Can You Imagine
As Malcolm senses his end is near, he dedicates himself to supporting his family, mending fences with his siblings, and advocating for the Nation's fu...
