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October Sky

  • 1999
  • TMDB 7.7/10
  • 1h 47m

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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Overview

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

  • 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

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