Where to Watch October Sky (1999)

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Below, you'll find a number of top-tier streaming and cable services - including rental, purchase, and subscription choices - along with the availability of 'October Sky' on each platform when they are available. Now, before we get into the various whats and wheres of how you can watch 'October Sky' right now, here are some finer points about the Universal Pictures drama flick.

Released February 19th, 1999, 'October Sky' stars Chris Cooper The PG movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 48 min, and received a score of 77 (out of 100) on TMDb, which put together reviews from 1,274 experienced s.

You probably already know what the movie's about, but just in case... Here's the plot: "Homer Hickam is a kid with only one future in sight, to work in the local coal mine like his father. However, in October 1957 everything changes when the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, goes into orbit. When Homer sees the Soviet satellite streak overhead, he becomes inspired to learn how to build rockets. With the help of his friends, and the local nerd, Homer sets to do just that by trial and a lot of error. Unfortunately, most of the town, and especially Homer's father, thinks that they are wasting their time. Only one teacher understands their efforts and lets them know that they could become contenders in the national science fair with college scholarships being the prize. Now the gang must learn to perfect their craft and overcome the many problems facing them as they shoot for the stars."

'October Sky' is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, YouTube, Google Play Movies, Microsoft Store, and Spectrum On Demand .