October Sky (1999)

This One's Gonna Go for Miles

When Homer’s dad (Chris Cooper) shows up for the Rocket Boys’ last launch, Homer (Jake Gyllenhaal) lets him push the button.

Directed by Joe Johnston.

© Universal 2013

Released in 1999 by Universal.

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