October Sky
Sometimes one dream is enough to light up the whole sky.
Homer Hickam is a kid with only one future in sight, to work in the local coal mine like his father. However, in October 1957 everything changes when the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, goes into orbit. When Homer sees the Soviet satellite streak overhead, he becomes inspired to learn how to build rockets. With the help of his friends, and the local nerd, Homer sets to do just that by trial and a lot of error. Unfortunately, most of the town, and especially Homer's father, thinks that they are wasting their time. Only one teacher understands their efforts and lets them know that they could become contenders in the national science fair with college scholarships being the prize. Now the gang must learn to perfect their craft and overcome the many problems facing them as they shoot for the stars.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: October Sky
- Genres: Drama, Family
- Release Date: 1999-02-19
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Rating: 7.672/10 (1302 votes)
- Budget: $25,000,000
- Revenue: $34,698,685
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.6277
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Laura Dern
as Miss Riley
Jake Gyllenhaal
as Homer Hickam
Chris Owen
as Quentin Wilson
Chris Cooper
as John Hickam
William Lee Scott
as Roy Lee
Chad Lindberg
as O'Dell
Natalie Canerday
as Elsie Hickam
Ilya Baskin
as Ike Bykovsky
Chris Ellis
as Principal Turner
Scott Thomas
as Jim Hickam
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Trailers & Clips
October Sky trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is October Sky?▼
October Sky is a Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1999-02-19.
Who are the main actors in October Sky?▼
The main cast includes Laura Dern, Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Owen, Chris Cooper, William Lee Scott, .
Where can I watch October Sky online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if October Sky is available.
Is October Sky based on a true story?▼
Sometimes one dream is enough to light up the whole sky.
What is the IMDb rating of October Sky?▼
October Sky has an IMDb rating of 7.672/10 based on 1302 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of October Sky?▼
The movie had a production budget of $25,000,000 and earned $34,698,685 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for October Sky?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was October Sky filmed?▼
October Sky was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is October Sky?▼
The total runtime of October Sky is 108 minutes.
Is October Sky suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to October Sky?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to October Sky.
Does October Sky have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
