Genius
“Martin Luther King Jr / Malcolm X. Two minds, one movement.”
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.
Where to watch Genius in United States
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Genius there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Genius streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | iciTouTV | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | 7plus | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store |
About Genius
Genius is a 2017 English-language drama series created by Kenneth Biller and Noah Pink and Suzan-Lori Parks. The cast is led by Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Jayme Lawson. It spans 4 seasons and 36 episodes. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Genius was produced by EUE / Sokolow Entertainment, Imagine Television Studios, and OddLot Entertainment and made in United States of America. It was first aired on April 25, 2017, and carries a TV-14 certification.
- Created by
- Kenneth Biller, Noah Pink, Suzan-Lori Parks
- First aired
- April 25, 2017
- Last aired
- February 22, 2024
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-14
- Status
- Canceled
- Seasons
- 4 (36 episodes)
- Network
- National Geographic
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- EUE / Sokolow Entertainment, Imagine Television Studios, OddLot Entertainment
Genius cast & crew
Genius was created by Kenneth Biller, Noah Pink, and Suzan-Lori Parks.
The cast features Aaron Pierre as Malcolm X, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Jayme Lawson as Betty Shabazz, Weruche Opia as Coretta Scott King, Gary Carr as Clyde X, and Hubert Point-Du Jour as Ralph Abernathy.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Kristen Zolner and Jeff Stetson.
Is Genius worth watching?
Genius holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 303 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama series.
With 4 seasons and 36 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy drama, Genius is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Genius
In United States, you can stream Genius on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Genius
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
Genius — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Genius in United States?
Genius is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.
▸Is Genius on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Genius is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Genius in?
Genius is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Genius are there?
Genius has 4 seasons with 36 episodes in total.
▸What is Genius rated?
Genius is rated TV-14. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 303 ratings.
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