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Brilliant Minds

2024·Show
33Episodes in2Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.2Metacritic645.6Rotten Tomatoes88%81%
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Brilliant Minds fingerprint

Strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Moving and wholesome

  • Pathos8
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

The doctor will see you.

A rare condition — face blindness — gives an eccentric yet incredibly gifted neurologist a unique perspective on care, fueling his mission to change the way people see his patients. Alongside a team of brilliant young interns, he solves some of the world's most puzzling psychological cases while navigating the complicated relationships that come with the job.
Medical Procedural DramaPsychological MysteryEccentric Genius ProtagonistCharacter-Driven NarrativeEmotional ResonanceDiagnostic Puzzle SolvingHuman Connection FocusContemporary RealismIntellectual CuriosityEmpathetic Storytelling

Crew

Directed by:
DeMane Davis, Harry Jierjian, Lee Toland Krieger
Written by:
Will Ewing, Stasia Demick, William Yu
Produced by:
Christian Alvarez, Matt Code, Zachary Quinto
Composed by:
Joseph Trapanese

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Brilliant Minds

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Where can I stream Brilliant Minds legally?

HulufuboTVPeacockYouTube TVNBCSpectrum On DemandPeacock Premium+

Brilliant Minds is included with a subscription to Hulu, fuboTV, Peacock, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on NBC and Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Brilliant Minds worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Brilliant Minds rated?

TV-14Disturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Brilliant Minds have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 33 episodes of about 43 minutes each.

Is Brilliant Minds based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Brilliant Minds?

Critics76
Audiences70

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see Brilliant Minds much the same way.

When did Brilliant Minds air?

It ran from 2024 to 2026 and has ended.

What language is Brilliant Minds in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Brilliant Minds?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Brilliant Minds in 57 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Brilliant Minds use?

And I Must ScreamBittersweet EndingBunny-Ears LawyerCast Full of GayCasting GagDead Person ConversationDeliberately MonochromeDump Them AllThe EmpathFailed a Spot CheckFlashbackLast-Name Basisand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Brilliant Minds, including And I Must Scream, Bittersweet Ending, Bunny-Ears Lawyer.