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October Sky

1999 · 1 h 48 m · 7.7 · PG

Drama · Family · Biography

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.

Artists

Jake Gyllenhaal Chris Cooper Chris Owen Laura Dern William Lee Scott Chad Lindberg Natalie Canerday Elya Baskin Chris Ellis Scott Thomas

Director

Joe Johnston

Studios

Universal Pictures

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