Genius

The story of Max Perkins, a book editor who oversaw the works of authors Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, and F. Scott Fi... (more)

The story of Max Perkins, a book editor who oversaw the works of authors Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, and F. Scott Fitzgerald. (less)

Genius: Picasso is the second season of National Geographic's first fully scripted drama series. Diving into the life an... (more)

Genius: Picasso is the second season of National Geographic's first fully scripted drama series. Diving into the life and loves of the brilliant Spanish artist Pablo Picasso (Antonio Banderas), this season showcases Picasso's significant and wide-ranging contribution to modern art. Exploring the Spanish expatriate's devotion to his craft, the series also reveals Picasso's relationships with other well-known personalities of the time, including Coco Chanel, Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall and Jean Cocteau. From the younger Picasso (Alex Rich) who rejects academic study and joins a circle of young, struggling bohemian artists and writers in early 20th century Spain and France, to the artist's tumultuous marriages, passionate affairs and ever-shifting political and personal alliances, Genius: Picasso uncovers what sparked Picasso's creative drive and pushed his artistic boundaries leading to his worldwide renown as a genius. (less)

An Emmy-winning anthology series that dramatizes the fascinating stories of the world's most brilliant innovators, explo... (more)

An Emmy-winning anthology series that dramatizes the fascinating stories of the world's most brilliant innovators, exploring their extraordinary achievements along with their volatile, passionate and complex personal relationships. The third season will explore Aretha Franklin's 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 the greatest singer of the past 50 years, receiving countless honors throughout her career. (less)