Real Genius (1985)
Kernel Score: 75% · 505 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction
Released: 1985-08-07
Runtime: 106 minutes
Where to watch Real Genius
- Stream: Philo, YouTube TV
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-19.
Overview
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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Director
Martha Coolidge
Cast
- Val Kilmer as Chris Knight
- Gabriel Jarret as Mitch Taylor
- Michelle Meyrink as Jordan
- William Atherton as Professor Hathaway
- Robert Prescott as Kent
- Louis Giambalvo as Major Carnagle
- Jon Gries as Lazlo Hollyfeld
- Ed Lauter as CIA Man Decker
- Stacy Peralta as Shuttle Pilot
- Daniel Ades as Laser Ray Victim
Real Genius FAQ
Is Real Genius good?
Real Genius has a 75% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 505 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Real Genius?
In the US you can stream Real Genius on Philo and YouTube TV, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Real Genius rated?
Real Genius is rated PG.
What movies are like Real Genius?
If you liked Real Genius, try Misfit, To All the Boys I've Loved Before, The Adam Project and The Book of Henry.