The Gene: An Intimate History

TV SERIES 2020 1 SEASON

Overview

“The Gene: An Intimate History” brings vividly to life the story of today’s revolution in medical science through present-day tales of patients and doctors at the forefront of the search for genetic treatments, interwoven with a compelling history of the discoveries that made this possible and the ethical challenges raised by the ability to edit DNA with precision.

This production, originally released in 2020, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.0 across its 1 season.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Documentary.
• Produced in United States of America.
• Original Language: English.

Directed By

Chris Durrance, Jack Youngelson

Written By

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Starring Cast

David Costabile

Narrator (voice)

Siddhartha Mukherjee

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Edward Wild

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Audrey Winkelsas

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Seasons

Season 1

2 Episodes • Aired 2020-04-07

The Gene: An Intimate History traces the evolution of genetics as researchers race to identify treatments for genetic diseases, such as cancer and sickle cell anemia, and to perfect tools for rewriting DNA.