October 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.

Director: Joe Johnston

Cast:Jake Gyllenhaal , Chris Cooper , Laura Dern , Chris Owen , William Lee Scott , Chad Lindberg , Natalie Canerday , Scott Thomas , Randy Stripling , Chris Ellis , Elya Baskin , Courtney Cole-Fendley , David Dwyer , Terry Loughlin , Kaili Hollister , David Copeland , Don Henderson Baker , Tom Kagy