The Astronaut Farmer
2007, English. Directed by Michael Polish.
Texan Charles Farmer left the Air Force as a young man to save the family ranch when his dad died. Like most American ranchers, he owes his bank. Unlike most, he's an astrophysicist with a rocket in his barn - one he's built and wants to take into space. It's his dream. The FBI puts him under surveillance when he tries to buy rocket fuel, and the FAA stalls him when he files a flight plan – but Charles is undeterred.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 386 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Astronaut Farmer isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Michael PolishDirector
- Billy Bob ThorntonCharles Farmer
- Virginia MadsenMrs. Farmer
- Max ThieriotShepard Farmer
- Jasper PolishStanley Farmer
- Logan PolishSunshine Farmer
- Jon GriesFBI Agent Killbourne
- Mark PolishFBI Agent Mathis
- Bruce DernHal
- Tim Blake NelsonKevin Munchak
- Sal LopezPepe Garcia
- J.K. SimmonsJacobson
- Kiersten WarrenPhyllis
Details
- Released
- 23 February 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Polish, Mark Polish
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $11M
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The Astronaut Farmer: quick answers
Is The Astronaut Farmer worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 386 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Astronaut Farmer?
The Astronaut Farmer runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Astronaut Farmer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Astronaut Farmer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Astronaut Farmer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Astronaut Farmer is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Astronaut Farmer on?
The Astronaut Farmer isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Astronaut Farmer?
If you liked The Astronaut Farmer, try Gravity, SpaceCamp, Astronaut.
Who directed The Astronaut Farmer?
The Astronaut Farmer (2007) was directed by Michael Polish and stars Billy Bob Thornton, Virginia Madsen, Max Thieriot.