Where to watch Flash of Genius (2008) tonight
Flash of Genius (2008) runs 1 h 59 min, is rated PG-13 in the US and averages 6.6 from 260 TMDB members. 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.
- Runtime
- 1 h 59 min — ends 9:59 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
- Rated
- PG-13 (US)
- Genres
- Drama
- Released
- September 7, 2008
- TMDB rating
- 6.6 / 10 from 260 votes
- Director
- Marc Abraham
- Starring
- Greg Kinnear, Lauren Graham, Dermot Mulroney, Jake Abel
- Language
- English
Where to watch it tonight
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Streaming availability by JustWatch. As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies.
Questions people ask
- How long is Flash of Genius?
- Flash of Genius is 1 h 59 min long (119 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:59 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
- What is Flash of Genius rated?
- Flash of Genius is rated PG-13 in the US.
- Is Flash of Genius a good movie to watch with a group?
- Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.
- Where can I stream Flash of Genius?
- As of 2026-11-05 it is not streaming on a subscription or free service in the US; it can be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).
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