CinemaOSSeries · 2013 · 1 Season

The Genius of Invention

65%(4)IMDbDocumentary

Every time we switch on a light or boil a kettle we rely on power - but most people don't stop to think about the inventions and discoveries that allow us to live the way we do. In an exciting new four-part series for BBC Two, The Genius of Invention reveals the fascinating chain of events behind inventions that make everyday life possible.

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Status
Ended
Language
EN
First aired
January 24, 2013
Last aired
February 14, 2013
Seasons
1
Episodes
4
Network
BBC Two

Season 1

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

Featuring

Cast & crew

3 credited
Starring
Michael Mosley

Michael Mosley

Presenter

Cassie Newland

Cassie Newland

Presenter

Mark Miodownik

Mark Miodownik

Presenter

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