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Genius

Season 4 Episode 7: MLK/X: The Sword and the Shield

Malcolm's departure from the Nation of Islam follows a series of painful betrayals and lies, causing tension in his public image. Meanwhile, the passage of the Civil Rights Act brings hope and renewed energy to Martin's work, but their paths soon cross in a pivotal moment.

Season 4 Episodes:

Episode 1 MLK/X: Graduation

1. MLK/X: Graduation

Aired: Feb 1, 2024

Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X's formative years laid the foundation fo...

Episode 2 MLK/X: Who We Are

2. MLK/X: Who We Are

Aired: Feb 1, 2024

Malcolm is introduced to the Nation of Islam's leader, Elijah Muhammad, who s...

Episode 3 MLK/X: Protect Us

3. MLK/X: Protect Us

Aired: Feb 8, 2024

Malcolm creates a Muslim community space in Harlem, where he meets a new memb...

Episode 5 MLK/X: Matriarchs

5. MLK/X: Matriarchs

Aired: Feb 15, 2024

As Martin King sits in jail, Coretta draws on her inner resilience to keep mo...

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Info about Genius

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: National Geographic

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, History, Biography