Real Genius
1985, English. Directed by Martha Coolidge.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 531 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Real Genius
Real Genius isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Martha CoolidgeDirector
- Val KilmerChris Knight
- Gabriel JarretMitch Taylor
- Michelle MeyrinkJordan
- William AthertonProfessor Hathaway
- Robert PrescottKent
- Louis GiambalvoMajor Carnagle
- Jon GriesLazlo Hollyfeld
- Ed LauterCIA Man Decker
- Stacy PeraltaShuttle Pilot
- Daniel AdesLaser Ray Victim
- Andres AybarBartender
- Charles ShullAir Force General
Details
- Released
- 7 August 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Neal Israel, Pat Proft, PJ Torokvei
- Budget
- $8M
- Box office
- $13M
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Real Genius: quick answers
Is Real Genius worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 531 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Real Genius?
Real Genius runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Real Genius have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Real Genius. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Real Genius parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Real Genius is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Real Genius on?
Real Genius isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Real Genius?
If you liked Real Genius, try Superintelligence, Moonshot, Memoirs of an Invisible Man.
Who directed Real Genius?
Real Genius (1985) was directed by Martha Coolidge and stars Val Kilmer, Gabriel Jarret, Michelle Meyrink.