October Sky Movie (1999)
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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Based on a true story by producer of Field of Dreams. Very touching family entertainment.
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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.Details
- Rated: PG
- Runtime: 1:48 hours
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Family
- Director: Joe Johnston
- Writer: Homer H. Hickam Jr. (book), Lewis Colick (screenplay)
- Actors: Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Laura Dern, Chris Owen
- Language: English
- Country: USA
- Awards: 4 wins & 11 nominations
- Production Company: Universal
- ASIN: B0026IPAHW
- Year Released: 1999
- Release Date: Feb 18, 1999
- DVD Date: Jul 28, 1999
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