(1999)Directed by Joe Johnston107 min · PGDrama, History

“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.

Chris Cooperas John Hickam

Chris Owenas Quentin Wilson

Laura Dernas Miss Riley

Elya Baskinas Ike Bykovsky

Chris Ellisas Principal Turner

Scott Thomasas Jim Hickam

Randy Striplingas Leon Bolden

Courtney Cole-Fendleyas Dorothy Platt

David Dwyeras Jake Mosby

Terry Loughlinas Mr. Dantzler

Kaili Hollisteras Valentine Carmina

David Copelandas Coach Gainer

Donald Thorneas Trooper One

Justin Whitsettas Kid

Larry Rueas Neighbor

Terry Nienhuisas Neighbor

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