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October Sky

1999 · 1h 47m · Released

PG Drama, History, 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.

7.7 The Movie Database
Read the book by Homer H. Hickam Jr.

Where to stream October Sky

Streaming now in the United States on YouTube Free.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailer

October Sky trailer

Top cast and crew

Joe Johnston Director
Jake Gyllenhaal Homer Hickam
Chris Cooper John Hickam
Chris Owen Quentin Wilson
Laura Dern Miss Riley
William Lee Scott Roy Lee
Chad Lindberg O'Dell
Natalie Canerday Elsie Hickam
Elya Baskin Ike Bykovsky
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Frequently asked questions about October Sky

Where can I watch October Sky in the United States?

October Sky is available to stream on YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch October Sky for free?

October Sky streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for October Sky?

October Sky scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in October Sky?

October Sky stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern, and William Lee Scott. Joe Johnston is the director.

How long is October Sky?

October Sky runs 1h 47m (107 minutes).

When did October Sky come out?

October Sky was released on February 19, 1999.

Which studio made October Sky?

October Sky was produced by Universal Pictures in the United States.

What was the budget for October Sky?

October Sky was made on a budget of $25,000,000.

How much did October Sky make at the box office?

October Sky grossed $34,698,685 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.

Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked November 2026.

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