October Sky
1999, English. Directed by Joe Johnston.
Sometimes one dream is enough to light up the whole sky.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Worth the Hype
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7.7/10 from 1,525 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch October Sky
October Sky is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Joe JohnstonDirector
- Jake GyllenhaalHomer Hickam
- Chris CooperJohn Hickam
- Chris OwenQuentin Wilson
- Laura DernMiss Riley
- William Lee ScottRoy Lee
- Chad LindbergO'Dell
- Natalie CanerdayElsie Hickam
- Elya BaskinIke Bykovsky
- Chris EllisPrincipal Turner
- Scott ThomasJim Hickam
- Randy StriplingLeon Bolden
- Courtney Cole-FendleyDorothy Platt
Details
- Released
- 19 February 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lewis Colick
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $35M
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What October Sky is based on
October Sky is based on Rocket Boys, a 1998 novel by Homer Hickam, published by Dell Publishing.
Novel · 1998
Rocket Boys
By Homer Hickam
Published by Dell Publishing
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October Sky: quick answers
Is October Sky worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 1,525 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is October Sky?
October Sky runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does October Sky have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for October Sky. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
October Sky parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
October Sky is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is October Sky on?
October Sky is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like October Sky?
If you liked October Sky, try The Iron Giant, The Young and Prodigious T.S. Spivet, Richard Jewell.
Who directed October Sky?
October Sky (1999) was directed by Joe Johnston and stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen.
What is October Sky based on?
October Sky is based on Rocket Boys, a 1998 novel by Homer Hickam, published by Dell Publishing.