October Sky (1999)

108 min - Biography,Drama,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
Writers: Homer H. Hickam Jr.,Lewis Colick
Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal,Chris Cooper,Laura Dern
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