October Sky

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MOVIE
PG

October Sky

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.

Release Date

1999-02-19

Year

1999

Duration

1h 47m

Status

Released

Score

7.67

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