Flash of Genius (2008)

Corporations have time, money, and power on their side. All Bob Kearns had was the truth.

Movie · Drama · 1h 59m · Rated 6.6/10 on TMDB · Released September 7, 2008

Overview

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

Cast

• Greg Kinnear as Bob Kearns
• Lauren Graham as Phyllis Kearns
• Dermot Mulroney as Gil Previck
• Jake Abel as Dennis
• Daniel Roebuck as Frank Sertin
• Mitch Pileggi as Macklin Tyler
• Tim Kelleher as Charlie Defao
• Bill Smitrovich as Judge Franks
• Conor O'Farrell as Chris Finley
• Alan Alda as Gregory Lawson
• Tim Eddis as Maryland Cop #1
• Warren Belle as Maryland Cop #2

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