Flash of Genius

Storyline

In this David vs. Goliath drama based on a true story, college professor Robert Kearns goes up against the giants of the auto industry when they fail to give him credit for inventing intermittent windshield wipers. Kearns doggedly pursues recognition for his invention, as well as the much-deserved financial rewards for the sake of his wife and six kids.

Principal Cast

Greg Kinnear

Bob Kearns

Lauren Graham

Phyllis Kearns

Dermot Mulroney

Gil Previck

Jake Abel

Dennis

Daniel Roebuck

Frank Sertin

Mitch Pileggi

Macklin Tyler

Tim Kelleher

Charlie Defao

Bill Smitrovich

Judge Franks

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