A Touch of Genie
1974, English. Directed by Joseph W. Sarno.
Melvin lives a boring life, running an antique shop and sneaking off to 42nd Street to watch dirty movies, while dreaming that he too may some day seduce a woman. One afternoon, he finds a strange old urn that, when rubbed a special way, unleashes a genie capable of satisfying his every wish.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NC-17
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Cast & crew
- Joseph W. SarnoDirector
- Chris JordanGenie (as Karen Craig)
- Douglas StoneMelvin
- Tina RussellJanet Geckel / Tina Russell
- Harry ReemsHarry Reems
- Marc StevensMarc Stevens
- UltramaxMother
- Harding HarrisonIrving
- Levi RichardsMilkman
- Eric EdwardsInsurance Salesman
- Lynn StevensGirl in Fantasy
- Sandy FoxxGirl in Fantasy
- ThuviaGirl in Fantasy
Details
- Released
- 23 May 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joseph W. Sarno, Jason Russell
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A Touch of Genie: quick answers
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A Touch of Genie runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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A Touch of Genie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Touch of Genie is rated NC-17 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Touch of Genie on?
A Touch of Genie isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 23 May 1974. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Touch of Genie?
If you liked A Touch of Genie, try The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, Pretty Persuasion, Female Trouble.
Who directed A Touch of Genie?
A Touch of Genie (1974) was directed by Joseph W. Sarno and stars Chris Jordan, Douglas Stone, Tina Russell.