Flash of Genius

Film - 2008 - Drama

The story

In this David vs. Goliath drama based on a true story, college professor Robert Kearns goes up against the giants of the auto industry when they fail to give him credit for inventing intermittent windshield wipers. Kearns doggedly pursues recognition for his invention, as well as the much-deserved financial rewards for the sake of his wife and six kids.

Directed by

Marc Abraham

Starring

Greg Kinnear, Lauren Graham, Dermot Mulroney, Jake Abel, Daniel Roebuck, Mitch Pileggi

Where to watch

prime

Ratings

IMDb 7 out of 10

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Film · 2008 · Drama

Flash of Genius

76% match1h 59mPG
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The story

In this David vs. Goliath drama based on a true story, college professor Robert Kearns goes up against the giants of the auto industry when they fail to give him credit for inventing intermittent windshield wipers. Kearns doggedly pursues recognition for his invention, as well as the much-deserved financial rewards for the sake of his wife and six kids.

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Flash of Genius Official Trailer #1 - Greg Kinne
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Ratings
IMDb
7 / 10
18k votes
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62%
Tomatometer
3.3 / 5
3k ratings · Letterboxd
TMDB
6.6 / 10
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Details
TypeFilm
GenreDrama
Runtime1h 59m
RatedPG
Release2008-09-07
Where to watch
Prime Video
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