Watching October Sky (1999) FOR THE FIRST TIME!! (Movie Reaction!) 

This movie makes me cry every time. The amount of raw, relatable human emotion in it is unreal. Truly a masterpiece of cinema!

Fun fact: The steam locomotive driver is the late O. Winston Link, a famous railroad photographer of the mid 20th century. He is primarily known for his incredible black&white night shots of Norfolk&Western steam trains in the final days of steam in the 1940s and 50s The locomotive he is driving in this movie was his own personal former Norfolk&Western steam engine that he himself restored over the years. If you look up his work, I guarantee you won't be disappointed!

If you can get access to the commentary, it's done by Homer Hickam himself, and he goes into a lot of detail about the background, things that were changed (shortening the timeline from 3 years to 1, and he never actually worked in the mines, etc). It's an informative listen. There's also the bio he wrote, Rocket Boys.

I forgot to mention that "October Sky" was directed by Joe Johnston who also directed "The Rocketeer" (1991); the original "Jumanji" (1995); "Jurassic Park III" (2001); and "Captain America: The First Avenger" (2011). He was also an associate producer on "Willow" (1988). Johnston certainly has quite the resume!

This is a favorite of mine for sure. The book version was called Rocket Boys but they changed the name to October Sky because apparently according to wiki, women over thirty would never see a movie titled Rocket Boys lol. And it's kind of cool now because the title Rocket Boys is hidden in the title October Sky. The letters are just rearranged differently.

A League of There Own staring Tom Hanks, about the women's professional baseball league during WW2. There is comedy, drama, love stories and just a feel good movie.

Thanks for the reaction, I love this movie and it doesn't get the love it deserves.

I remember my high school took a day trip to see this movie in theaters.

this is one of my all time favorite movies and for whatever reason i decided to search for reactions to it the day you uploaded this. i think that means i have to sub.

Watched like 10 of your vids tonight and after this one; you’ve gained a new subscriber. I’m 33 and me and my dad first watched this when I was 12 or so. Hidden gem. Love your vids

Hope you guys enjoyed the reaction! Next up is Fight Club!

I hope you will react to Contact too. It also deals with science and space but is more epic and fiction. It was directed by Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump) and stars Jodie Foster from a book by Carl Sagan.

You should check out Hidden Figures. Another great "space" movie. 😊

This is such an underrated film...i remember watching with my mom and dad, itcame out just as i was applying for university, i had gotten into a school one of the top Theatre schools in US but they did not want me to go...watching this movie was so moving to me, very relatable.

This is where i first saw jake and since thenbi havent forgotten that nice looking face of his

The first time I heard from Jake Gyllenhaal was from this movie in the late 90s when I saw it.

This movie is the reason why Jake Gyllenhaal became my favorite actor! Amazing film and lovely reaction as always, love your content and vibes (:

If you get time you've got to read the book. Homer Hickam wrote it himself and there is so, so much they had to cut out of the movie.

This guy has like the best personality of all time.

Your kindness and authenticity is beautiful. Thank you.

If you're a Jake Gyllenhaal fan you should see JARHEAD (2005). Also for space movies THE RIGHT STUFF (1983) and APOLLO 13 (1995) if you haven't already seen them.

Great Choice, I LOVE this film.

I live in West Virginia. Born and raised. Where the story in this movie took place. Thanks for posting this video Nickflix. It means a lot.

One of my favorite films!

Please check out the 'Hatfields and McCoys' miniseries from 2012. It's 3 parts, staring Kevin Costner, based on the infamous feud between the two families. It was very popular when it aired but seems to have been forgotten, I don't see anyone talk about it now. I'd suggest having tissues nearby, it's a pretty sad story. Thanks.

*Contact* and *Deep Impact*

Absolutely love this movie so much I actually sought out to see if there were any reactions. I was only able to find 2. Watched them both. Have to say I liked yours way more. Keep up the good and unique content.

You like movies base on true stories cheek out " Wild America" it's about tree brothers. Enjoy

The film is exciting, and I love it a lot, but you want the full story, read the book. It's got more characters, more AUK launches, and lots of amusing lines that never fail to make me chuckle imagining the scenes IRL. Read it in High School Freshman Year, and 16 years later I still love that book and this movie

I love this movie

I love this movie so much... glad with your reaction

This movie always has a special place in my heart. My father wasn’t always pleasant to be around. He never hit or even disciplined us, but he could be moody, the kind of person you had to tiptoe around. He could make you wanna disappear through the floor when he got ranting. But we never doubted that he loved and doted on us ( in his own way). He was a dedicated provider fir his family, working loooong, hard, grimy shifts in a steel mill. This movie came out around the year Dad suddenly passed, (I was 19 when we lost him) though I don’t think I saw it for at least a couple years after it’s release. It’s absolutely ASTOUNDING watching Chris Cooper in this. He looks, acts, talks, dresses, wears his hair exactly like my dad. It’s almost like watching my dad on film. Quite tall (6’3”), similar build, even their work clothes are practically identical, if you take away the lamp on the hard hat. Dad was even a supervisor like mr Hickam. The temper is spot on. I love watching ChrisCooper in this, and other things I’ve seen him in. Incidentally, dad would have been pretty much the exact age as Homer when this story takes place, (late 50’s). Yup.. just checked.. real Homer hi jam was 11 months younger than dad lol It’s a great story, inspiring, and almost like seeing my dad again for 1 12 hrs.

Good pick Scott. One of my favorites. That was the real Homer waving from that train by the way.

This is one of my favorites

Well, hell. I definitely need to watch this movie, because I'm getting emotional just watching you get emotional over it!

If it's not already on your list, you might enjoy Legends of the Falls with Brad Pitt and Anthony Hopkins.

you could try "my dog skip" if you havent already. its one that i really remember from around this same time.

Nick.....thanks for sharing this movie with us. I had never heard of it before and I like Jake Gyllenhall movies, especially The Night Crawler and Brokeback Mountain. I agree with you that movies based on true stories are always better. P.S. love that candle burning in your background. Happy New Year.

One of my favorite movies. Thanks for doing this reaction video.

Please Reaction of The Hobbit The Battle Five Army please

So glad you reacted to this movie, haven't seen anyone else do it. Loved it!

OMG! Bought the DVD when it came out and I've been thinking if I should request this from the reactors I follow. Thank you so much! PS - I'm not crying, you're crying! 🎥 💓 🍿

I love this movie. Never seen anyone react to it before though.

Having grown up during the first space shots, this movie is one of my all time favorites. Looking at the empathy in your eyes I can only think that you are a great person to call friend.

This is one of my favorite movies of all time! Awesome 👍🏽

This movie is in my top ten. It's absolutely wonderful.

i'm so glad you loved it! this was the first movie of jake gyllenhaal's i saw, and his performance through the whole thing was wonderful but it was that scene between him and his dad in the kitchen where he yells that he's leaving and he won't even look back, man... in the hands of another actor that line could have been really cheesy? but for me, that was a moment when i sat up and said "okay, this is an actor we need to keep our eyes on." and look at him now :) but yeah, this is one of the best coming of age movies i've ever seen, just so sweet and wholesome and nostalgic and REAL and really so lovely all around. i adore it and i've never seen a YT reaction to it, so thank you very much for this.

Really great movie. Just great story, script, acting and directing!!

This movie is super emotional. Such a moving film in every way. When Homer and his Dad have that screaming argument in the kitchen, I lose it. Beautiful movie.

Hey Nick! I'm so glad that you enjoyed the movie. You mentioned in the description that your reaction was pretty rough. Actually, I think you held it together really well! 😀 From the moment that Homer tells his father that he is quitting his job at the mine and then declares, "I want to go into space," I am choked up for the entire rest of the movie. Every scene is touching or triumphant. When Homer tells his teacher in her hospital bed that "the Rocket Boys are going to college," I have to grab the tissues! Of course, the final rocket launch packs such an emotional wallop for me and it is a great ending to the film. I love the relationships Homer had with his Dad, his friends and his teacher. Nick, I hope that your parents are as proud of you as we all are. Your reactions are really great and they have touched many people. Keep following your dreams, man!

I always love how the old railroad conductor waves at the boys as he and the train go by. LMAO

If you like Jacks Performance you should watch "Brokeback Mountain ".

I’m not into outer space or rockets at all and yet, this is one of my favorite movies. Miss Riley is my favorite character.

One of my favorite movies for sure

Idk if you take any movie suggestions from youtube, but I think you would love Fried Green Tomatoes.

I forgot how great this movie is, thank you for reacting to it!! I love your emotional reactions, they are really touching. :) Edit: I LOVE the guy who plays the father, he's a GREAT actor, but his name escapes me right now, Chris Crocker maybe?? He's just a fantastic character actor!!

At the science fair he shakes hands with Werner von Braun. Von Braun was in charge of a rocket program for the Nazis and after the war he was moved to the US to develop our rocket program

I recommend Heavy Trip. It's the best comedy ever.

This movie is honestly my childhood. Watched this so many times taped on VHS that the recording went to shit lmao

Oh man you’re in for a head trip with the next reaction. I enjoyed this one with you, it’s been a very long time.

This movie fucks me up every time. Damn good!

This movie is really good. I wacthed on a feild trip day and it was so good, it was a science feild trip

I cry everytime I see this movie..even the small clips I saw with your reaction

GREAT Movie loosely based on a true story.

I notice you love animals so I really recommend a movie called “The Silver Brumby”. It was one of Russel Crowes first roles. All who love horses please bring attention to this cause it is some of the most glorious shots of horses in full gallop I have ever seen

I remember watching this in my 8th grade chemistry class. Very interesting true story. Crazy to think of it happening right after the Soviets launched Sputnik into space, which led us Americans to participate in the Space Race.

You should react to Dark Waters. Its a true story.

You might like Troy?

Donnie Darko is one of his best movies.

Great movie!

Watch the breakfast club

He had to drop out... The house was owned by the minjng company. Otherwise theyd br evicted

get him homer

Oh man, one of my favorites!!

Most of this film was shot near where I live, in Tennessee. Even though the story takes place in West Virginia. (If I'm not mistaken.) I can remember when they were filming it. My small city's mayor was in the film as an extra during the science fair towards the end. lol

I think you would really enjoy 'The Right Stuff' about the Mercury Space Program.

Watch bubble boy

Im sure its on your lust but the film “Stand By Me“ is great

Thanks for the video!! See you later!! Stay safe and Happy New Year!! I'm watching: Small Soldiers, Sci-fi Action Comedy. TOY STORY meets RoboCop meets TERMINATOR. Phantoms, Sci-fi Horror. Based on Dean Koontz's novel. GODZILLA 1998. Tomorrow, Lost In Space and Dark City.

Would you ever react to Chernobyl? The HBO 5 episode mini series😊😍 It had such an impact on me

Can you please react to Rise, Dawn and War of the Planet of the Apes?

react to stand by me 1986