TV Trailer: National Geographic’s ‘Genius: MLK/X’

Finally! After seeing their previous seasons toast the indelible and historical marks made by Albert Einstein, Pablo Picasso, and Aretha Franklin to critical acclaim, the long-awaited return of National Geographic’s anthology series, ‘Genius,’ comes to a close this week with the premiere of ‘Genius: MLK/X.’

Dedicated to the legacies of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, the eight-episode season will chronicle the Civil Rights icons from their respective teenage years to their rises to fame as globally recognized leaders who – despite having opposing views – both fought the common enemy of oppression and White supremacy.

Drawing parallels in their unique journeys, ‘MLK/X’ – which stars Kelvin Harrison Jr., Aaron Pierre, Weruche Opia, Jayme Lawson, and more – will also examine their respective assassinations in ways never-before seen on TV.

After the first two episodes arrive on February 1, two episodes will air each week through February 22. Hop inside to see the official trailer.