Rueben's Ramblings

On March 21, the 8-part National Geographic Channel’s anthology series Genius: Aretha will debut with its first two hours at 9 PM.

Broadway and movie star Cynthia Erivo (The Color Purple and Harriet) will start as Aretha Franklin. The movie will explore Franklin’s musical genius and her incomparable career, as well as the immeasurable impact and lasting influence she has had on music and culture around the world.

The cast ensemble includes Courtney B. Vance, David Cross, Malcolm Barrett, Kimberly Hebert Gregory and Rebecca Naomi Jones.

NOTE: There will be two episodes each night on March 22, March 23 and March 24.

Here is a trailer for Genius: Aretha: