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The Astronaut Farmer
6.3 / 10• 2007• 1h 44m•PG• English
Science FictionAdventureComedyDrama
Storyline
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 puts him under surveillance when he tries to buy rocket fuel, and the FAA stalls him when he files a flight plan – but Charles is undeterred.
Cast & Crew

Billy Bob Thornton
Charles Farmer
Lead
Virginia Madsen
Mrs. Farmer

Max Thieriot
Shepard Farmer

Jasper Polish
Stanley Farmer

Logan Polish
Sunshine Farmer

Jon Gries
FBI Agent Killbourne

Mark Polish
FBI Agent Mathis

Bruce Dern
Hal
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Polish's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Astronaut Farmer is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”








