The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius

The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius (2013)

EndedReality show

Finding the best innovator among 10 highly intelligent contestants is the goal, and the elimination process begins immediately. The team that successfully completes each episode's challenge is safe, while one member from the losing team is eliminated. The overall winner of The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius receives $50,000.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

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S01E08Bridge Battlejuin 19, 2013
S01E07Catching Carsjuin 12, 2013
S01E06The Wildcardjuin 5, 2013
S01E05Waterfallmai 29, 2013
S01E04Triathalabotsmai 22, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius premiere?

The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius premiered on May 1, 2013.

Who hosted The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius was hosted by Kal Penn.

What kind of challenges were presented in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius presented engineering challenges that focused on problem solving and creativity.

Was the winner of each episode recognized with a prize?

No, the winner of each episode was not recognized with a prize.

Was there a grand prize for the overall winner of The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

Yes, there was a grand prize of $50,000 for the overall winner of The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius.

How many contestants participated in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

Twelve contestants participated in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius.

What was the age range of contestants in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

The age range of contestants in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius was between the early 20s and mid-30s.

Who were the judges on The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

The judges on The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius were Mark Fuller and Dr. Christine Gulbranson.

What was the highest-scoring project in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

The highest-scoring project in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius was a robot that could detect and disarm improvised explosive devices.

Was The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius filmed inside or outside of a studio?

The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius was filmed inside of a studio.

Was the emphasis on speed or quality in The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

The emphasis on The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius was on quality and creativity rather than speed.

How many episodes were in the first and only season of The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius?

There were eight episodes in the first and only season of The Big Brain Theory: Pure Genius.

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