Absolute Genius with Dick and Dom is a British children’s documentary-entertainment series that blends humour, experiments, and real scientific concepts to engage young viewers with invention and innovation. In each episode, hosts Dick and Dom explore the work of one or more historical geniuses whose ideas, inventions, or discoveries have shaped the modern world, from figures like Archimedes and Newton to pioneers of technology and engineering.
Across its five series — including themed seasons such as Appsolute Genius, Absolute Genius: Super Tech, and Absolute Genius: Monster Builds, the format expanded to include multiple geniuses per episode and broader technological topics, tackling everything from video games and robotics to massive engineering feats and “monster” builds.
The series uses a mix of studio segments, field trips, and experiments to balance education with entertainment, making science and history exciting for its target audience. Humour and slapstick are worked into the narrative in typical Dick and Dom style, ensuring that while kids learn about important ideas and discoveries, they’re also laughing along the way.
The hosts of the show are Richard McCourt and Dominic Wood, better known as the comedy double act Dick and Dom. Famous for their energetic children’s entertainment work, the duo bring a blend of humour, curiosity, and audience-friendly presentation to the series, making complex scientific ideas fun and accessible for younger viewers.
