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Real Genius

Movie
1985
1h 46m
PG
English
Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction
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7.1
Critic Score: 
74
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Chris is the top brain who just wants to party, Mitch is the 15-year-old college wiz kid. Supposedly hard at work on a lab project with a mysterious deadline, they still find time to use their genius to discover new ways to have fun.
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Real Genius

PG
Movie
1985
1h 46m
English
Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction
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Chris is the top brain who just wants to party, Mitch is the 15-year-old college wiz kid. Supposedly hard at work on a lab project with a mysterious deadline, they still find time to use their genius to discover new ways to have fun.
Rating
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7.1
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Real Genius (1985) on IMDb
CRITIC SCORE
74

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Cast

Full Cast & Crew
Val Kilmer
Chris Knight
Gabriel Jarret
Mitch Taylor
Michelle Meyrink
William Atherton
Professor Hathaway
Robert Prescott
Louis Giambalvo
Major Carnagle
Jon Gries
Lazlo Hollyfeld
Ed Lauter
CIA Man Decker
Stacy Peralta
Shuttle Pilot
Daniel Ades
Laser Ray Victim
Andres Aybar
Bartender
Charles Shull
Air Force General
Beau Billingslea
Charles Parks
Sean Frye
Boy at Science Fair
JoAnn Willette
Girl at Science Fair
Ina Gould
Old Lady
Nadine Vix
Student at Science Fair
Paul Tulley
Mr. Taylor
Joanne Baron
Mrs. Taylor
Harry Johnson
Darlington Recruiter
Patti DArbanville
Sherry Nugil
Monte Landis
Dr. Dodd
Sandy Martin
Mrs. Meredith
Severn Darden
Dr. Meredith
Directed By: Martha Coolidge
Written By: Pat Proft (Story), Neal Israel (Screenplay), + 2 more

Featured Comments/Tips

RichNice35 says...
5 years ago
If it's the 80s you gotta have two things, a montage and Richard Atherton playing a prick... And this movie had both! I'll forever watch this movie wherever it comes on!
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BourneRambler says...
11 months ago
An '80s classic that not only launched Val Kilmer's career but also delivers an entertaining experience. While it features typical '80s plot elements and special effects, the movie's charm and Kilmer's performance make it worth watching. Val Kilmer's portrayal showcases his undeniable talent, hinting at the successful career that would follow. His charismatic performance adds depth to the film and elevates the overall enjoyment, making it an underrated gem.
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Jim222001 says...
4 years ago
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A jerk college professor (William Atherton) uses smarter college students to build him a laser. So he can take all the credit. Also, so it can be used as a weapon. Spoiler: I don’t get how they solved their problems but destroying his house with popcorn. Couldn’t he still decide to not let Val Kilmer’s character graduate ?
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Spiritualized Kaos says...
one year ago
A particular school for prodigies.
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Featured User Reviews

Wuchak
6 years ago
The Big Bang guys when they were in college (not really, but sort of)

RELEASED IN 1985 and directed by Martha Coolidge, "Real Genius" is a college dramedy about a 15 year-old genius in laser technology (Gabe Jarret) who’s recruited by physics Professor Jerry Hathaway (William Atherton), who has More
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