The Best Episodes of Almost Genius

Every episode of Almost Genius ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Almost Genius!

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    Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 1 - Grasping for Greatness
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    #1 - Grasping for Greatness

    S1:E1

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate the people, places and things that try so hard to succeed but come up just a bit short.

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  2. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 2 - Missed It By That Much
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    #2 - Missed It By That Much

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    Chris Fairbanks, April Richardson, and the Almost Genius cast are back with a smorgasbord of clips featuring people with some pretty big ideas, not all of which pan out in the end.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 3 - A Day Late and a Dollar Short
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    #3 - A Day Late and a Dollar Short

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    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate the people, places, and things that try so hard to succeed but come up just a bit short. Check out a real-life lightsaber academy, the worst dating profiles EVER, plus a dance-off that's so bad, it's good!

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 4 - Desperately Seeking Super
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    #4 - Desperately Seeking Super

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    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson shine the spotlight on those who strive for greatness but just miss the mark. Then, get ready for a mystical owl whisper, Zombie Apocalypse camp and a skateboarding taco.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 5 - "A" for Effort
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    #5 - "A" for Effort

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    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson give shout outs to the people who need all the props they can get - from the man with the biggest mouth in the world, to a monk who stayed out a little too late.

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  6. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 6 - Daring the Universe
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    #6 - Daring the Universe

    S1:E6

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate those who reach for the stars, but fall flat on their asses - from the best local mall commercial ever, to a man who can drive a car and play the recorder at the same time.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 7 - Flying Too Close to the Sun
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    #7 - Flying Too Close to the Sun

    S1:E7

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson raise a glass to those who try hard but don't quite hit the mark - from a pop' n' lockin' marine, to the burping queen.

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  8. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 8 - Standing Ovation
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    #8 - Standing Ovation

    S1:E8

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson give a round of applause to those who aren't quite ready for the spotlight. From a group of friends who get sexy on the slip 'n slide, to a dolphin Don Juan, to a funeral home dance party.

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  9. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 9 - Yes You Can!
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    #9 - Yes You Can!

    S1:E9

    From past-their-prime partiers, to a high speed wardrobe malfunction, hosts Chris and April salute those competitors who struggle just to find the finish line.

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  10. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 10 - We're #2
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    #10 - We're #2

    S1:E10

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson turn lemons into hilarious lemonade, making the most of people who've soured on success.

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  11. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 11 - Close But No Cigar
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    #11 - Close But No Cigar

    S1:E11

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson aim the spotlight at the understudies in life. From an unbalanced pageant girl, to a banana-wielding Italian, to a literal pop-eye...we give those who continually fall short their moment to shine!

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  12. Almost Genius Season 1 Episode 12 - Sports Edition
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    #12 - Sports Edition

    S1:E12

    From sprinting sumos, to super fan freakouts, and more balls to the face than you can count...hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate those athletes who go for the gold but settle for silver.

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  13. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 1 - Digging Deep
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    #13 - Digging Deep

    S2:E1

    Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson know cream rises to the top, but they're interested in the layer just below. From a butt-naked rock climber, to the never ending twerk, they're digging deep to find the best no-getters out there!

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  14. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 2 - Hardly Working
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    #14 - Hardly Working

    S2:E2

    Hosts Chris and April are on the lookout for people who give it their all despite not being all there. From a geriatric gymnast, to the ultimate wedgie...we celebrate those who never give up - even though they probably should.

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  15. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 3 - Falling Short
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    #15 - Falling Short

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    Falling Short: Hosts Chris and April love those who have a recipe for success but are missing a few ingredients. From a bikini-clad nunchuck artist, to the ultimate video remix battle...we're serving up a piping hot bowl of humble soup. Enjoy!

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 4 - There It Isn't
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    #16 - There It Isn't

    S2:E4

    From metal dudes with office jobs, to a gang of nude cyclists, to a grandma who flips for water sports...hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson do a bang-up job of showcasing those who aim high but come up the slightest bit short.

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  17. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 5 - No Cigar
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    #17 - No Cigar

    S2:E5

    From a dad with a DIY rollercoaster, to the world's smallest gymnast...this show highlights those brave souls who think on their feet but don't always land on them.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 6 - Flying Low
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    #18 - Flying Low

    S2:E6

    From a father/son beatboxing duo, to a cat with a tissue issue, this show celebrates those who shoot for the stars but don't quite make it past liftoff.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 7 - So Close Yet So Far
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    #19 - So Close Yet So Far

    S2:E7

    Chris and April celebrate those who shoot for the moon...and hit a tree on the way down. From the gorilla on a wakeboard, to a girl twerking with her face, to a unicycle fail montage - a failure to launch has never been so fun.

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  20. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 8 - If at First You Don't Succeed
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    #20 - If at First You Don't Succeed

    S2:E8

    From a piano-playing horse, to a cliff jumper who thinks he's Mary Poppins, we're watching those who give it their all and still come up short.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 9 - Half Baked
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    #21 - Half Baked

    S2:E9

    From homemade haircuts, to guys rebooting their computer with a baseball bat, we've got the still-frozen-on-the-inside microwave burritos of humanity.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 10 - Spectacular Defeat
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    #22 - Spectacular Defeat

    S2:E10

    Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson are giving style points to people who snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. From a baby ninja warrior, to a flopping pianist, to a sloth with no concept of personal space.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 11 - Go for the Gold
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    #23 - Go for the Gold

    S2:E11

    Tonight we celebrate those with gold aspirations, but bronze abilities. From the residents of a town called Dildo, to a base-jumping monkey, we find out if they're the best of the worst, or the worst of the best!

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  24. Almost Genius Season 2 Episode 12 - Down But Not Out
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    #24 - Down But Not Out

    S2:E12

    From snack-stealing monkeys and fighting grandmas, to a guy solving Rubik's cubes in a speedo...these people won't win, but they'll go down swinging! Chris and April give a standing 10 count to see who will get up to finish the fight.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Grasping for Greatness" is the best rated episode of "Almost Genius". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/29/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Missed It By That Much".