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October Sky

First aired on Feb 19, 1999

Runtime: 108 mins

80%

Genres: Drama

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.

Featured Cast: click image to view more
Jake Gyllenhaal | Homer Hickam
Chris Cooper | John Hickam
Chris Owen | Quentin Wilson
Laura Dern | Miss Riley
William Lee Scott | Roy Lee
Chad Lindberg | O'Dell
Featured Crew
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Joe Johnston | Director
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Lewis Colick | Screenplay
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Julie D'Antoni | Production Office Assistant
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Russell Towery | Stunts
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John Fagan | Stunts
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Jeff Galpin | Stunts