The BEST episodes of Genius (2017) season 2

Every episode of Genius (2017) season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Genius (2017) season 2!

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.

Last Updated: 1/5/2025Network: National GeographicStatus: Continuing
Chapter Ten
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7.77
186 votes

#1 - Chapter Ten

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/19/2018

After leaving Picasso Françoise Gilot struggles to escape his shadow and make it on her own. Picasso finds companionship with Jacqueline Roque, but secludes himself from the world, determined to paint the perfect painting.

Directors: Mathias Herndl
Writer: Matthew Newman
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Chapter One
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7.57
394 votes

#2 - Chapter One

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/24/2018

Pablo Picasso confronts the threat of fascism in Spain, and Young Pablo rejects traditional painting to search for his own voice.

Directors: Kenneth Biller
Writer: Kenneth Biller, Noah Pink
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Chapter Two
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7.49
281 votes

#3 - Chapter Two

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/24/2018

Picasso's relationship with Dora Maar is strained by war. Young Pablo succeeds by imitating the masters, but struggles to be original.

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Chapter Three
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7.46
254 votes

#4 - Chapter Three

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/1/2018

Picasso meets his great love Franoise Gilot. Young Pablo begins his Blue Period after the suicide of his friend.

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Chapter Seven
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7.42
206 votes

#5 - Chapter Seven

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/29/2018

After WWII, Picasso joins the Communist Party. He is haunted by a tragic love affair.

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Chapter Four
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7.39
236 votes

#6 - Chapter Four

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/8/2018

As older Picasso juggles two love affairs, Young Pablo strives to create a masterpiece that will signal his arrival as a great artist.

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Chapter Five
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7.37
217 votes

#7 - Chapter Five

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/15/2018

Picasso tries to convince Franoise to move in with him, while Young Pablo is challenged by the radical genius of Matisse.

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Chapter Six
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7.35
219 votes

#8 - Chapter Six

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/22/2018

Picasso takes Franoise Gilot on vacation. Young Pablo starts cubism with Georges Braque, but is accused of stealing the Mona Lisa.

Writer: Matthew Newman
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Chapter Nine
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7.32
191 votes

#9 - Chapter Nine

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/12/2018

Fransoise Gilot defies Picasso and pursues her artistic goals. Meanwhile a young Dora Maar strives to meet Picasso.

Directors: Mathias Herndl
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Chapter Eight
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7.20
203 votes

#10 - Chapter Eight

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/5/2018

Pablo meets his first wife, a ballerina, while designing a ballet. Older Picasso struggles to manage his complex family.

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