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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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch October Sky online?
- You can stream October Sky on NettMovies. Open the title page and press Watch to start playback.
- When did October Sky come out?
- October Sky was released in 1999.
- What genre is October Sky?
- October Sky is a drama and history film.
- How long is October Sky?
- October Sky runs about 1h 47m (107 minutes).
- Who stars in October Sky?
- October Sky stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, and Laura Dern.
- How is October Sky rated?
- October Sky currently scores 7.7 out of 10 based on aggregated viewer ratings.



















