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Flash of Genius

6.620081h 59mPG-13MovieDrama

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…

DirectorMarc Abraham
WritersJohn Seabrook·Philip Railsback
ProducersMichael Lieber·Roger Birnbaum

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Marc Abraham

GKGreg Kinnear
Greg Kinnear
Bob Kearns
LGLauren Graham
Lauren Graham
Phyllis Kearns
DMDermot Mulroney
Dermot Mulroney
Gil Previck
JAJake Abel
Jake Abel
Dennis
DRDaniel Roebuck
Daniel Roebuck
Frank Sertin
MPMitch Pileggi
Mitch Pileggi
Macklin Tyler
TKTim Kelleher
Tim Kelleher
Charlie Defao
BSBill Smitrovich
Bill Smitrovich
Judge Franks
COConor O'Farrell
Conor O'Farrell
Chris Finley
AAAlan Alda
Alan Alda
Gregory Lawson
TE
Tim Eddis
Maryland Cop #1
WBWarren Belle
Warren Belle
Maryland Cop #2

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Flash of Genius — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Flash of Genius?

Flash of Genius isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is Flash of Genius on Netflix?

No, Flash of Genius is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Flash of Genius on Amazon Prime Video?

Flash of Genius isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Flash of Genius for free?

Flash of Genius isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Flash of Genius based on a true story?

Yes — Flash of Genius is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).