October Sky
Based on 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, and eventually became a NASA scientist.
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October Sky
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Feb 19, 1999
Runtime
1h 48m
Genres
Drama, Family
User Score
77%
Original Title
October Sky
Production Companies
Universal Pictures
Director
Joe Johnston
Budget
$25,000,000
Revenue
$34,698,685
Description
Based on 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, and eventually became a NASA scientist.
Cast
Crew
Trailer
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