Cast of Real Genius

Val Kilmer plays Chris Knight, a clever and charismatic student who excels in his studies.

Gabriel Jarret portrays Mitch Taylor, a brilliant yet naive young student recruited to work on the project.

Michelle Meyrink stars as Jordan, a quirky and intelligent student who is part of the group.

William Atherton takes on the role of Professor Hathaway, a demanding and slightly villainous teacher overseeing the project.

Robert Prescott plays Kent, a slimy and competitive student who is a rival to the main characters.

Louis Giambalvo appears as Major Carnagle, a military figure involved in the project.

Jon Gries portrays Lazlo Hollyfeld, a reclusive and eccentric genius who becomes an ally to the main characters.

Ed Lauter plays CIA Man Decker, a mysterious figure who becomes entangled in the students' project.

Stacy Peralta appears as Shuttle Pilot, a minor character involved in a key plot point.

Daniel Ades has a brief role as Laser Ray Victim, a character affected by the students' technological creation.

Andres Aybar appears as Bartender in a minor role in the movie.

Charles Shull appears as Air Force General, a military authority involved in the project.