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Real Genius

Real Genius

When he gets mad, he doesn't get even… he gets creative.

When teenage geniuses Mitch Taylor and Chris Knight, working on an advanced laser project, learn that the military wants to use it as a weapon, they decide to thwart the plan.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Real Genius
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction
  • Release Date: 1985-08-07
  • Runtime: 106 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (452 votes)
  • Budget: $8,000,000
  • Revenue: $12,952,019
  • Production Companies: Tri-Star-Delphi III Productions, Brian Grazer Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1571
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Val Kilmer

Val Kilmer

as Chris Knight

Gabriel Jarret

Gabriel Jarret

as Mitch Taylor

Michelle Meyrink

Michelle Meyrink

as Jordan

William Atherton

William Atherton

as Professor Hathaway

Robert Prescott

Robert Prescott

as Kent

Louis Giambalvo

Louis Giambalvo

as Major Carnagle

Jon Gries

Jon Gries

as Lazlo Hollyfeld

Ed Lauter

Ed Lauter

as CIA Man Decker

Stacy Peralta

Stacy Peralta

as Shuttle Pilot

Daniel Ades

Daniel Ades

as Laser Ray Victim

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

First 10 Minutes

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Real Genius?

Real Genius is a Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1985-08-07.

Who are the main actors in Real Genius?

The main cast includes Val Kilmer, Gabriel Jarret, Michelle Meyrink, William Atherton, Robert Prescott, .

Where can I watch Real Genius online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Real Genius is available.

Is Real Genius based on a true story?

When he gets mad, he doesn't get even… he gets creative.

What is the IMDb rating of Real Genius?

Real Genius has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 452 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Real Genius?

The movie had a production budget of $8,000,000 and earned $12,952,019 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Real Genius?

The soundtrack was composed by Tri-Star-Delphi III Productions, Brian Grazer Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Real Genius filmed?

Real Genius was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Real Genius?

The total runtime of Real Genius is 106 minutes.

Is Real Genius suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Real Genius?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Real Genius.

Does Real Genius have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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