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The Gene: An Intimate History

8.020201 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

“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…

DirectorsChris Durrance·Jack Youngelson
ProducersKen Burns·Barak Goodman

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Dawn of the Modern Age of Genetics
Apr 7, 2020
E2
Revolution in the Treatment of Disease
Apr 14, 2020

Cast · Directed by Chris Durrance

DCDavid Costabile
David Costabile
Narrator (voice)
SMSiddhartha Mukherjee
Siddhartha Mukherjee
Self
EW
Edward Wild
Self
AWAudrey Winkelsas
Audrey Winkelsas
Self

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The Gene: An Intimate History — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Gene: An Intimate History?

The Gene: An Intimate History is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, DocPlay and Hoopla in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Gene: An Intimate History on Netflix?

No, The Gene: An Intimate History is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and DocPlay.

Is The Gene: An Intimate History on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Gene: An Intimate History is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Gene: An Intimate History for free?

The Gene: An Intimate History is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Australia.

How many seasons are in The Gene: An Intimate History?

The Gene: An Intimate History has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2020.

Are all episodes of The Gene: An Intimate History out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of The Gene: An Intimate History are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Gene: An Intimate History?

No — The Gene: An Intimate History ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.