October Sky (1999)

1999 · 107 min · Drama, History, Family

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.

Directed by Joe Johnston. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern and William Lee Scott.

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