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October Sky (1999) · Cineora

October Sky poster

A JOE JOHNSTON FILM

October Sky

19991h 47mPGMovie

DramaFamilyHistory

IMDb7.8/ 10 · 113.6K votes

SOMETIMES ONE DREAM IS ENOUGH TO LIGHT UP THE WHOLE SKY.

The true story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father's wishes.

Uplifting
Inspiring
Heartwarming
Family
Ambition
True story

Pace: Measured
Intensity: Mild
Complexity: Easy watch

Good for family night, teens and a comfort rewatch.

DirectorJoe Johnston

FormatFeature film

TMDB7.7 / 10

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The people behind the story

Top cast

Jake GyllenhaalHomer Hickam

Chris CooperJohn Hickam

Chris OwenQuentin Wilson

Laura DernMiss Riley

William Lee ScottRoy Lee

Chad LindbergO'Dell

Natalie CanerdayElsie Hickam

Elya BaskinIke Bykovsky

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