The Best Episodes of Almost Genius Season 1

Every episode of Almost Genius Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Almost Genius Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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

    S1:E2

    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
    Writer: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

    S1:E3

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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

    S1:E4

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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
    Writer: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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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.

    Director:Unknown
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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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Grasping for Greatness" is the best rated episode of "Almost Genius" season 1. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/29/2015. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Missed It By That Much".