About this movie
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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Quick facts
Year
1999
Runtime
1h 47m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.7/10
Votes
1,438
Genre
Drama, History
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$25.0M
Cast
small town
based on novel or book
parent child relationship
satellite
biography
based on true story
rocket
west virginia
mining accident
teacher
coal mine
1950s
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Questions about October Sky
How long is October Sky?
October Sky has a runtime of 1h 47m (1 hour and 47 minutes).
Who directed October Sky?
October Sky was directed by Joe Johnston and released in 1999.
What genre is October Sky?
October Sky is a Drama, History film (1999).
Who stars in October Sky?
The cast of October Sky includes Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern, William Lee Scott.
What is the TMDB rating for October Sky?
October Sky has a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 based on 1,438 votes.
