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Child Genius

Released
2015
Seasons
2 seasons
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Lifetime’s all-new competition series "Child Genius" centers on America’s most extraordinary and gifted children and their families as they prepare for a national intelligence competition. In cooperation with American Mensa, the competition takes place over eight weeks and tests the nation’s brightest young minds on their knowledge of Math, Spelling, Geography, Memory, the Human Body, U.S. Presidents, Vocabulary, Current Events, Zoology, Astronomy and Space, Inventions, Literature and the Arts, Earth Science and Logic. The show features 20 boys and girls ages 8 to 12 from across the country, all competing for a $100,000 college fund and the title of Child Genius 2014. Immediately following the Season 5 premiere of "Dance Moms"®, "Child Genius" bows on Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Seasons & Episodes

Season 18 episodes · premiered Jan 6, 2015

  1. 1.01I Am Not a Tiger MommyJan 6, 2015Rate

    Twenty child prodigies, aged 8 to 12, along with their supportive parents, compete in the first week of the "Child Genius" competition, an event partnered with American Mensa, vying for a $100,000 college fund and the prestigious title of "Child Genius.

  2. 1.02Please Drink Some WaterJan 13, 2015Rate

    The 15 remaining contestants in the "Child Genius" competition, in partnership with American Mensa, compete in the second week's challenges focusing on the Human Body and Memory, vying for a $100,000 college fund and the title of "Child Genius.

  3. 1.03Focus, Focus, Focus!Jan 20, 2015Rate

    The third week of *Child Genius*, in partnership with American Mensa, features 12 remaining competitors facing challenges in Vocabulary and Astronomy as they strive to avoid elimination and move closer to the $100,000 prize and the title of "Child Genius.

  4. 1.04TriskaidekaphobiaJan 27, 2015Rate

    The tenth remaining competitors in the "Child Genius" competition face the fourth week's challenges, focusing on Zoology and Spelling, as they strive to earn a spot in the finals and compete for the $100,000 prize and the title of "Child Genius.

  5. 1.05You Signed Up For ThisFeb 3, 2015Rate

    In the fifth week of the "Child Genius" competition, the remaining eight contestants face challenges on U.S. Presidents and Logic and Reasoning as they continue their race for a $100,000 college fund and the title of "Child Genius.

  6. 1.06These Kids Are Like CheetahsFeb 10, 2015Rate

    In the sixth week of *Child Genius*, the six remaining contestants compete in challenges on Current Events and Earth Sciences, with one child eliminated before the finals, where the winner will receive a $100,000 college fund and the title of "Child Genius.

  7. 1.07You Need to Stop Lying to YourselfFeb 17, 2015Rate

    In the seventh week of *Child Genius*, the five remaining contestants face two challenging rounds—Inventions and Literature and the Arts—determining which four will advance to the finals for a chance to win a $100,000 college fund and the title.

  8. 1.08We All Want to Win, Right?Feb 24, 2015Rate

    The four remaining contestants in the "Child Genius" competition compete in the Academic Olympiad, a comprehensive test covering all previous topics, in the final week sponsored by American Mensa, with the winner receiving a $100,000 college fund and the title of "Child Genius.

Season 210 episodes · premiered Jan 7, 2016

  1. 2.01I'm the Fun ParentJan 7, 2016Rate

    Twelve children aged 9 to 12 compete in math and memory challenges for a $1,000 college fund in the second-season premiere.

  2. 2.02Silicon Valley Is All About Taking RisksJan 14, 2016Rate

    In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As secrets begin to surface, tensions rise and alliances shift. The story builds toward a pivotal moment that could change everything for the group.

  3. 2.03My Husband Is Becoming a Tiger DadJan 21, 2016Rate

    In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, altering the dynamics within the group. The episode builds toward a pivotal moment that will have lasting consequences.

  4. 2.04Pull Yourself Together!Jan 28, 2016Rate

    In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, altering the dynamics within the group. A critical event sets the story on a new and unpredictable path.

  5. 2.05Good Is Not Gonna Cut ItFeb 4, 2016Rate

    In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, altering the dynamics within the group. A surprising event sets the stage for major developments in the coming episodes.

  6. 2.06This Is an Outrage!Feb 11, 2016Rate

    Seven remaining contestants face challenging tests of advanced mathematics and rapid memory recall as they strive to move closer to the $100,000 prize.

  7. 2.07I Really Seriously Really Wanna WinFeb 18, 2016Rate

    The six remaining contestants face challenging rounds testing their spelling and knowledge of world landmarks as they vie for a spot in the finals and the $100,000 prize.

  8. 2.08Mom, You're Confusing Me!Feb 25, 2016Rate

    The final five contestants face challenging rounds in advanced logic and world history as they strive to move closer to the $100,000 prize.

  9. 2.09You'll Be First or LastMar 3, 2016Rate

    In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, altering the dynamics within the group. The episode ends with a major event that sets up future conflicts.

  10. 2.10FinaleMar 10, 2016Rate

    The episode follows the main characters as they navigate personal challenges and unexpected events that test their relationships and resolve. As tensions rise, they must work together to overcome obstacles and find a way forward. Key character dynamics are explored, setting the stage for future developments in the series.

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