Documentary

The Gene: An Intimate History

2020115 MIN EP 8.0 / 10

Synopsis

“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.

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TMDB Series
Budget
1 season
Awards
Ended
IMDb ID
tt12104262

Seasons & Episodes

Season 12 episodes

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.

Full Cast

David Costabile

Narrator (voice)

Siddhartha Mukherjee

Self

Edward Wild

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Audrey Winkelsas

Self

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