The Genius (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film
Released in 1993, The Genius is a notable film.
What it’s about. A ramshackle underground SF satire set and shot in the self-absorbed art world of lower Manhattan, written, produced, and directed by Joe Gibbons, who also plays one of the lead parts. Gibbons plays a mad scientist who's developed a technique for transferring personalities from one person's body to another; he becomes obsessed with an outlaw artist (played by performance artist Karen Finley) who destroys paintings in various galleries as a form of anarchist, anticapitalist protest.
Who’s in it. The Genius stars Tony Oursler as Les Alabaster, Tony Conrad as Dirk Dirkson, Adolfas Mekas as Dr. Corbin and Camden Toy as Manic Client, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Genius page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Genius (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Genius change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Genius?
- The Genius stars Tony Oursler, Tony Conrad, Adolfas Mekas, Camden Toy and Henry Hills.
- When was The Genius released?
- The Genius was released in 1993.