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October Sky

Name: October Sky
Genre: Drama, History, Family
Released: 1999-02-19
Duration: 1 h 47 min
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern, William Lee Scott

1999Directed by Joe Johnston

Drama · History · Family1h 47m

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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.

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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

Chris EllisPrincipal Turner

Scott ThomasJim Hickam RRandy StriplingLeon Bolden CCourtney Cole-FendleyDorothy Platt

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About October Sky

How long is October Sky?: October Sky runs 1 hour and 47 minutes (107 minutes).
Who directed October Sky?: October Sky was directed by Joe Johnston.
Who is in the cast of October Sky?: October Sky stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Homer Hickam, Chris Cooper as John Hickam and Chris Owen as Quentin Wilson.
What language is October Sky in?: October Sky is in English.
Is October Sky family friendly?: Mostly. It is rated PG, so some material may not suit young children.
Is October Sky based on a true story or a book?: Yes. October Sky is based on a true story, real people and events and a novel or book.
Where can I watch October Sky?: October Sky is not streaming on a subscription service in the United States right now, but it may be available to rent or buy. See Stream above for your country.
When was October Sky released?: October Sky was released on February 19, 1999.