MTDb โบ Best of โบ 1999 โบ October Sky
October Sky (1999)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
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.
Cast
Jake Gyllenhaalas Homer Hickam
Chris Owenas Quentin Wilson
Laura Dernas Miss Riley
Chris Cooperas John Hickam
William Lee Scottas Roy Lee
Chad Lindbergas O'Dell
Natalie Canerdayas Elsie Hickam
Elya Baskinas Ike Bykovsky
Chris Ellisas Principal Turner
Scott Thomasas Jim Hickam
Randy Striplingas Leon Bolden
Courtney Cole-Fendleyas Dorothy Platt
David Dwyeras Jake Mosby
Terry Loughlinas Mr. Dantzler
Facts
| Release date | February 19, 1999 |
| Runtime | 107 min (1h 47m) โ about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min |
| Genres | Drama, Family, History |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $25,000,000 |
| Box office | $34,698,685 (1.4ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0132477 |
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Questions
How long is October Sky?
October Sky runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Is October Sky worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 1,504 votes, which places it #9 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 92%) and #500 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed October Sky?
October Sky was directed by Joe Johnston. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Jumanji (1995), Captain America: The First Avenger (2011), Hidalgo (2004).
Who stars in October Sky?
Jake Gyllenhaal as Homer Hickam; Chris Owen as Quentin Wilson; Laura Dern as Miss Riley; Chris Cooper as John Hickam; William Lee Scott as Roy Lee; Chad Lindberg as O'Dell.
What is October Sky rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for October Sky?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/42869.