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Genius

Genius

Max Perkins discovered Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. But he never met anyone like Thomas Wolfe.

New York in the 1920s. Max Perkins, a literary editor is the first to sign such subsequent literary greats as Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. When a sprawling, chaotic 1,000-page manuscript by an unknown writer falls into his hands, Perkins is convinced he has discovered a literary genius.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Genius
  • Genres: History, Drama
  • Release Date: 2016-06-10
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (703 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $5,681,622
  • Production Companies: Pinewood Pictures, Desert Wolf Productions, Michael Grandage Company, Riverstone Pictures, Summit Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.2054
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Colin Firth

Colin Firth

as Max Perkins

Jude Law

Jude Law

as Thomas Wolfe

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman

as Aline Bernstein

Laura Linney

Laura Linney

as Louise Saunders

Guy Pearce

Guy Pearce

as F. Scott Fitzgerald

Dominic West

Dominic West

as Ernest Hemingway

Vanessa Kirby

Vanessa Kirby

as Zelda Fitzgerald

Demetri Goritsas

Demetri Goritsas

as John Wheelock

Harry Attwell

Harry Attwell

as Assistant Editor

Angela Ashton

Angela Ashton

as Bertha Perkins

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Trailers & Clips

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

new york citybiographywriterbook editornovelisteditor1930s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Genius?

Genius is a History, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2016-06-10.

Who are the main actors in Genius?

The main cast includes Colin Firth, Jude Law, Nicole Kidman, Laura Linney, Guy Pearce, .

Where can I watch Genius online?

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

Is Genius based on a true story?

Max Perkins discovered Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. But he never met anyone like Thomas Wolfe.

What is the IMDb rating of Genius?

Genius has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 703 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Genius?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $5,681,622 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Genius?

The soundtrack was composed by Pinewood Pictures, Desert Wolf Productions, Michael Grandage Company, Riverstone Pictures, Summit Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Genius filmed?

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

How long is Genius?

The total runtime of Genius is 104 minutes.

Is Genius suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Genius?

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

Does Genius have a post-credit scene?

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

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