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Tesla (2016)

Movie ★ 7.1 54 min

History Documentary

Meet Nikola Tesla, the genius engineer and tireless inventor whose technology revolutionized the electrical age of the 20th century. Although eclipsed in fame by Edison and Marconi, it was Tesla's vision that paved the way for today's wireless world. His fertile but undisciplined imagination was the source of his genius but also his downfall, as the image of Tesla as a mad scientist came to overshadow his reputation as a brilliant innovator.

David Grubin Writer David Grubin Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 18, 2016
Runtime
54 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt6100388
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Cast

Michael Murphy Michael Murphy Narrator (voice) Nikola Tesla Nikola Tesla Self (archive footage)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tesla about?
Meet Nikola Tesla, the genius engineer and tireless inventor whose technology revolutionized the electrical age of the 20th century. Although eclipsed in fame by Edison and Marconi, it was Tesla's vision that paved the way for today's wireless world. His fertile but undisciplined imagination was the source of his genius but also his downfall, as the image of Tesla as a mad scientist came to overshadow his reputation as a brilliant innovator.
Who directed Tesla?
Tesla was directed by David Grubin.
Who stars in Tesla?
Tesla stars Michael Murphy, Nikola Tesla.
When was Tesla released?
Tesla is a 2016 history, documentary film.
Where can I watch Tesla?
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