Flash of Genius (2008): movie guide

What is Flash of Genius about?

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.

Cast highlights

Flash of Genius features Greg Kinnear, Lauren Graham, Dermot Mulroney, Jake Abel, Daniel Roebuck, Mitch Pileggi. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 2008-09-07. Runtime: 119 minutes. TMDB score: 6.6/10 (260 votes). Genres: Drama. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is Flash of Genius?

Flash of Genius is listed as Drama on TMDB.

How long is Flash of Genius?

Flash of Genius runs about 119 minutes.

Who stars in Flash of Genius?

Cast highlights include Greg Kinnear, Lauren Graham, Dermot Mulroney, Jake Abel, Daniel Roebuck, Mitch Pileggi.

Does Cinema Box stream Flash of Genius?

No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.

Where can I track Flash of Genius?

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