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.

Flash of Genius (2008)

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

★ 6.6/10 September 7, 2008 119 min

Drama

Director: Marc Abraham  ·  Writers: John Seabrook, Philip Railsback

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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Director

Marc Abraham

Cast

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