# October Sky (1999)

English · Released 1999-02-19

October Sky is a 1999 English film. Jake Gyllenhaal appears in it.

Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal as Homer Hickam

## Storyline
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.

## Common questions

### When was October Sky released?
October Sky was released on 19 February 1999.

### Who stars in October Sky?
Jake Gyllenhaal star in October Sky.

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