About

Genius Productions is an American film and television production company founded by actress and producer Marsai Martin in 2019. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the company was launched when Martin was just 14 years old, coinciding with her historic first-look deal with Universal Pictures—making her the youngest person ever to secure such an agreement with a major Hollywood studio.

Focused on creating inclusive, youth-driven, and culturally resonant stories—particularly centered on young Black voices and underrepresented perspectives—Genius Productions quickly established itself as a forward-thinking banner in the next generation of Hollywood storytelling.

The company’s breakthrough project was the 2019 feature film Little, which Martin both starred in and executive produced, earning her a Guinness World Record as the youngest executive producer in Hollywood history.

The film was a commercial success, grossing nearly $50 million worldwide and solidifying Genius Productions as a viable studio partner for major releases. Building on that momentum, the company expanded into both film and television, producing projects such as the Paramount+ sports comedy Fantasy Football and the Disney Channel series Saturdays, further demonstrating its versatility across platforms.

Genius Productions has also maintained a robust development slate under its Universal deal, including projects like StepMonster, Queen, and an adaptation of Amari and the Night Brothers, all designed to highlight imaginative storytelling led by diverse talent.

In recent years, Martin’s continued on-screen and producing work—such as her role in G20, which earned multiple award nominations including NAACP Image Award recognition—has further elevated the company’s profile within the industry. While Genius Productions itself operates as a relatively young company, its impact is closely tied to Martin’s decorated career, which includes multiple NAACP Image Awards wins and nominations, BET Awards recognition, and a growing reputation for championing youth-centered narratives with global appeal. As of now, Genius Productions continues to expand its footprint across film and television, positioning itself as a culturally influential production banner committed to empowering the next generation of storytellers while delivering commercially viable and socially impactful content.