Nearly two years after ’s death in August 2018, the story of her life and career is being told onscreen in two competing scripted projects: as a limited TV series in the third installment of National Geographic’s Emmy-winning series and as a star-studded biopic from MGM Studios. The series will star breakout actress as Franklin, while Oscar winner will take on the Queen of Soul in the film version.
TV News Roundup: National Geographic Releases ‘Genius: Aretha’ Teaser, Starring Cynthia Erivo
08.02.2020 - 03:41 / variety.com
In today’s TV news roundup, National Geographic released a teaser for “Genius: Aretha” and Quibi released a teaser for “Most Dangerous Game” starring Liam Hemsworth.
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National Geographic unveiled a teaser for “Genius: Aretha” that will also air during the Oscars on Sunday. The eight-part series will premiere on May 25 at 9 p.m. and air over four consecutive nights. The series explores Aretha Franklin’s musical career and the impact she has had on music and culture around the world.
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Nat Geo Unveils Teaser for 'Genius' Starring Cynthia Erivo as Aretha Franklin
National Geographic unveiled a first-look national teaser for the scripted anthology series Genius: Aretha, with Cynthia Erivo starring as Aretha Franklin, during the 2020 Oscars telecast on Sunday night.In the 30-second teaser, Erivo is shown in many different looks as she tackles the role of the troubled star who died in 2018 at age 76. At one point in the spot she faces the stage, and the next, she is caught up in a domestic dispute.