Where to watch October Sky(1999)
In the United States, you can watch October Sky for free on BYUtv and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Where to stream October Sky
Availability in United States
Free
BYUtv
YouTube Free
Rent
Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play
YouTube
Fandango At Home
Buy
- Amazon Video
- Apple TV
- Google Play
- YouTube
- Fandango At Home
Data updated on October 11, 2026. Availability data from JustWatch.
October Sky plot summary
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.
Details
- Release date
- February 19, 1999
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Genres
- Drama, History, Family
- Directed by
- Joe Johnston
- Country
- United States
- TMDB rating
- 7.7 / 10 · 1,509 votes
October Sky trailer
Cast
Jake GyllenhaalHomer Hickam
Chris CooperJohn Hickam
Chris OwenQuentin Wilson
Laura DernMiss Riley
William Lee ScottRoy Lee
Chad LindbergO'Dell
Natalie CanerdayElsie Hickam
Elya BaskinIke Bykovsky
Chris EllisPrincipal Turner
Scott ThomasJim Hickam
FAQ
Where can I watch October Sky?
In the United States, you can watch October Sky for free on BYUtv and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
Can I rent or buy October Sky?
Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
How long is October Sky?
October Sky runs 1h 47m (107 minutes).
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