Genius Einstein: Chapter Five (Season 1, Episode 5)
TV-14
TV Episode | 50 min | Biography, Drama, History

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Genius

Einstein: Chapter Five (Season 1, Episode 5)

TV-14

TV Episode | 50 min | Biography, Drama, History

Einstein begins to experience the academic life he coveted, but he falters in his familial responsibilities. He is reintroduced to his cousin Elsa.

Showrunner

Suzan-Lori Parks

Director

Kevin Hooks

Writers

Raf Green (written by) | Walter Isaacson (based on the book "Einstein: His Life and Universe" by) | Noah Pink (developed for television by) | Kenneth Biller (developed for television by) (as Ken Biller)

Producers

William M. Connor | Suzan-Lori Parks | Robert M. Williams Jr.

Cinematographer

Mathias Herndl

Casting Director

Rose Wicksteed

Production Designer

Jonathan Lee

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Edit Released

Updated May 21, 2017

Release date

May 23, 2017 (United States)

Awards

Series awards

Won 2 Primetime Emmy Awards. Another 6 wins & 68 nominations

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31 cast members

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