October Sky

Sometimes one dream is enough to light up the whole sky.

• Rated 7.7 out of 10
• Movie
• 1999
• 1h 47m
• 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.

Director

Joe Johnston

Starring

Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern