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.
- Genre
- History, Family, Drama
- Director
- Joe Johnston
- Cast
- Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern, William Lee Scott
- Country
- USA
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