The Astronaut Farmer (2007)
Texan Charles Farmer left the Air Force as a young man to save the family ranch when his dad died. Like most American ranchers, he owes his bank. Unlike most, he's an astrophysicist with a rocket in his barn - one he's built and wants to take into space. It's his dream. The FBI p...
Rating: 6.2
Genres Drama, Adventure, Family, Drama
Original language: en
IMDb tt0469263
Stars
Billy Bob Thornton as Charles Farmer
Virginia Madsen as Audrey Farmer
Max Thieriot as Jake Farmer
Bruce Dern as Mr. McKenzie
J.K. Simmons as FBI Agent
Creators
Michael Polish (Director)
Mark Polish (Producer)
Michael Polish (Writer)
Mark Polish (Writer)
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