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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9780783234694
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, Full Screen, Widescreen, NTSC
ISBN: 0783234694
Label: Universal Studios
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Universal Studios
Region Code: 1
Release Date: July 27, 1999
Running Time: 108 minutes
Sales Rank: 13699
Studio: Universal Studios
Theatrical Release Date: February 19, 1999
Editorial Review:
Amazon.com:
Based on the memoir Rocket Boys by Homer H. Hickam Jr., October Sky emerged as one of the most delightful sleepers of 1999--a small miracle of good ol' fashioned movie-making in the cynical, often numbingly trendy Hollywood of the late 20th century. Hickam's true story begins in 1957 with Russia's historic launch of the Sputnik satellite, and while Homer (played with smart idealism by Jake Gyllenhaal) sees Sputnik as his cue to pursue a fascination with rocketry, his father (Chris Cooper) epitomizes the admirable yet sternly stubborn working-man's ethic of the West Virginia coal miner, casting fear and disdain on Homer's pursuit of science while urging his 'errant' son to carry on the family business--a spirit-killing profession that Homer has no intention of joining.
As directed by Joe Johnston (The Rocketeer), this wonderful movie is occasionally guilty of overstating its case and sacrificing subtlety for predictable melodrama. But more often the film's tone is just right, and the spirit of adventure and invention is infectiously conveyed through Gyllenhaal and his well-cast fellow rocketeers, whose many failures gradually lead to triumph on their makeshift backwoods launching pad. Capturing time and place with impeccable detail and superbly developed characters (including Laura Dern as an inspiring schoolteacher), October Sky is a family film for the ages, encouraging the highest potential of the human spirit while giving viewers a clear view of a bygone era when 'the final frontier' beckoned to the explorer in all of us. --Jeff Shannon
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating: - A wonderful movie to share with family and friends.
Generally speaking my wife and I do not go to the movies. We both agree that the overwhelming majority of films being produced today are vulgar, poorly written, and that the special effects in most are greatly overdone. We generally prefer to stay at home and watch classic movies from the 1940's and 1950's. So you can imagine our surprise when, while vacationing in a little town in New Hampshire in the fall of 1999, we came across a showing of "October Sky" at the local one screen movie house. ... Read More
Rating: - Excellent
My 17 year old son recommended this movie and it was an excellent choice. Based on a true story, I learned about Sputnik and more about rockets than I had ever known. I am a fan of Laura Dern and enjoyed her portrayal of the role as Homer's teacher, encouraging Homer and his friends to reach for the stars. I have already watched the DVD several times. It makes a great family movie and I highly recommend it.
Rating: - Dreams Come True
My Grandson is six and wants to build a rocket.
He watched this movie and now I am convinced,
he will build a rocket.
Rating: - October Sky - family viewing
No gratuitous sex, violence or foul language may be disappointing for some, but we find it refreshing. It is difficult to find movies with a great story that don't offend our sensibilities. With four grandchildren ages 8-16 we are pleased that we can share this with them.
Rating: - Superb.
October Sky starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper and Laura Dern is a stunning and an important coming of age film based on a true story. The acting is flawless and the story of a young boy going for his dream is very inspiring. Great film to watch with family and friends, I highly recommend it, enjoy!
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