Movie
Flash of Genius
Corporations have time, money, and power on their side. All Bob Kearns had was the truth.
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.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Flash of Genius opened in theaters October 3, 2008. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
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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More about Flash of Genius
Cast
Greg KinnearBob Kearns
Lauren GrahamPhyllis Kearns
Dermot MulroneyGil Previck
Jake AbelDennis
Daniel RoebuckFrank Sertin
Mitch PileggiMacklin Tyler
Tim KelleherCharlie Defao
Bill SmitrovichJudge FranksCredits
- Directed by
- Marc Abraham
- Written by
- Philip Railsback, John Seabrook
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
Production
- Strike EntertainmentUnited States
Universal PicturesUnited States
Spyglass EntertainmentUnited States- Intermittent Productions