October Sky
October Sky

Information

Release DateFebruary 19, 1999
Runtime1h 47m
StatusReleased
Budget$25M
Revenue$35M
ProductionUniversal Pictures
LanguagesEnglish
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October Sky

"Sometimes one dream is enough to light up the whole sky."

Synopsis

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.

Cast & Crew

Director

Joe Johnston
Joe Johnston

Featured Cast

Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal

Homer Hickam

Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper

John Hickam

Chris Owen

Chris Owen

Quentin Wilson

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

Miss Riley

William Lee Scott

William Lee Scott

Roy Lee

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