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DramaBiography13+ (PG-13)20161h 44m
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Genius (2016)

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Drama Biography Rated: 13+ (PG-13)20161h 44m

A chronicle of Max Perkins's time as the book editor at Scribner, where he oversaw works by Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and others.Genius featuring Colin Firth and Jude Law is streaming on Cinemax, streaming with subscription on DIRECTV Stream, available for rent or purchase on iTunes, and 5 others. It's a biography and drama movie with an average IMDb audience rating of 6.5 (20,913 votes).

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Currently you are able to watch Genius streaming on Cinemax (Via Prime Video), Cinemax (Via Hulu), and DIRECTV Stream. It is also possible to buy Genius on Prime Video, Google Play, VUDU, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV or rent it on Prime Video, Google Play, VUDU, iTunes, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV.

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Genius offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of literature, chronicling the life of Max Perkins, a renowned book editor at Scribner who worked with some of the most famous authors of his time, including Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, and F. Scott Fitzgerald. This historical context adds a layer of intrigue for fans of these iconic authors.

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The movie is a blend of Drama and Biography genres, providing a captivating narrative that is both emotionally engaging and informative. It's a unique opportunity to learn about the literary world of the early 20th century.

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With an IMDb audience rating of 6.5 and a Reelgood score of 66, Genius has received positive feedback from viewers, indicating its quality in terms of storytelling, performances, and production values.

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#2,482 Ranked Movie

#96 Ranked in Movies on Cinemax

#140 Ranked in Biography Movies

#149 Ranked in New York Movies

Genius has an average IMDb audience rating of 6.5 (20,913 votes). The movie is extremely popular with Reelgood users lately.

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A chronicle of Max Perkins's time as the book editor at Scribner, where he oversaw works by Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and others.

Age rating: 13+ (PG-13)
Runtime: 1h 44m

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Related Genres: DramaBiography
Related Tags: New York
Country of origin: United KingdomAmerica
Available to watch on: CinemaxDIRECTV STREAM
Original Release Date: Jun 10, 2016