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A Million Miles Away (2023)

“It takes more than a dream to reach the stars.”

7.6/10 · 556 votes 2h 2m pg DramaHistory

#32 of 202 films from 2023 #684 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Alejandra Márquez Abella · Written by Bettina Gilois, Alejandra Márquez Abella, Hernán Jiménez

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Overview

The life of engineer and former NASA astronaut José M. Hernández, the first migrant farmworker to go to space.

Cast

Michael Peñaas José Hernández
Rosa Salazaras Adela
Julio Cesar Cedilloas Salvador
Veronica Falcónas Julia
Juanpi Monterrubioas José (Age 7)
Garret Dillahuntas Sturckow
Sarayu Blueas Kalpana Chawla
Bobby Sotoas Beto
Ashley Ciarraas Marisa
Eric Johnsonas Clint Logan
Jordan Deanas Weissberg
Michelle Krusiecas Miss Young
Emma Fassleras Stacey
Carlos S. Sánchezas Julio (Age 11)

Facts

Release dateSeptember 8, 2023
Runtime122 min (2h 2m) — about the same as the 2023 average of 113 min
GenresDrama, History
LanguageEN
IMDbtt21940010

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Questions

How long is A Million Miles Away?
A Million Miles Away runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Is A Million Miles Away worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 556 votes, which places it #32 of 202 films released in 2023 in this index (top 85%) and #684 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed A Million Miles Away?
A Million Miles Away was directed by Alejandra Márquez Abella.
Who stars in A Million Miles Away?
Michael Peña as José Hernández; Rosa Salazar as Adela; Julio Cesar Cedillo as Salvador; Veronica Falcón as Julia; Juanpi Monterrubio as José (Age 7); Garret Dillahunt as Sturckow.
What is A Million Miles Away rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for A Million Miles Away?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/138951.

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