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October Sky

1999
Directed byJoe Johnston
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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Jake GyllenhaalHomer HickamChris CooperJohn HickamChris OwenQuentin Wilson
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DramaHistory
STATUSReleased
PRODUCTION
Universal Pictures
RATING
7.7

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