Real Genius has had the most buzz because of Kilmer’s willingness to return as Chris Knight. Unfortunately, if a sequel is in the works, Coolidge hasn’t been contacted yet.

After Real Genius, Kilmer landed a big role in this movie called Top Gun and his career took off from there. (See what I did, there?) He went on to play Batman and star in Heat, only to re-emerge ...

Martha Coolidge's 1985 film 'Real Genius,' starring Val Kilmer, ranked first among equals from that decade for its stellar cast, sensitive direction, and genuine-nerd bona fides.

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Here, then, are nine tidbits that Real Genius fans might not know about the 1985 film – and just might necessitate a screening in honor of its 30th anniversary. 1. The director did her homework.

EXCLUSIVE: NBC is developing Real Genius, a single-camera comedy based on the 1985 movie starring Val Kilmer. The project, which has received a script commitment plus penalty, hails from Sony TV ...

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I t’s hard to believe that Real Genius will turn 40 in August of this year. The 1985 Martha Coolidge-directed college comedy classic starring Val Kilmer in just his second movie (and still one ...

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Posted in Film Real Genius PG • 1 hour 46 min • 1985 by Dave Kehr September 22, 2015 August 24, 2021. Share this: Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky; ...

It’s hard to believe that "Real Genius" will turn 40 in August of this year. The 1985 Martha Coolidge-directed college comedy classic starring Val Kilmer in just his second movie (and still one ...