How long is The Astronaut Farmer?

The Astronaut Farmer is 1 hr 45 min long.

Who is Charles Farmer in The Astronaut Farmer?

Billy Bob Thornton plays Charles Farmer in the film.

The Astronaut Farmer

Name: The Astronaut Farmer
Genre: Drama
Released: 2007-02-23
Duration: 105
Rating: 49

Dismissed from NASA’s space program, former astronaut-in-training Charles Farmer (Billy Bob Thornton) pursues his lifelong dream by building his own rocket. On the eve of his launch, Farmer must battle foreclosure on his ranch and a small-town community of disbelievers, while simultaneously drawing heavy scrutiny and surveillance from the FBI, CIA and the U.S. military, all of which see him as a potential risk to civilian safety and will take the necessary steps to shut down his operation. But he remains determined to reach his goal and instill in his children the courage to pursue their own dreams, no matter the odds.

GENRE: Drama
RELEASE DATE: Friday, Feb 23, 2007

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How long is The Astronaut Farmer?: The Astronaut Farmer is 1 hr 45 min long.

Who directed The Astronaut Farmer?: Michael Polish

Who is Charles Farmer in The Astronaut Farmer?: Billy Bob Thornton plays Charles Farmer in the film.

What is The Astronaut Farmer about?: Dismissed from NASA’s space program, former astronaut-in-training Charles Farmer (Billy Bob Thornton) pursues his lifelong dream by building his own rocket. On the eve of his launch, Farmer must battle foreclosure on his ranch and a small-town community of disbelievers, while simultaneously drawing heavy scrutiny and surveillance from the FBI, CIA and the U.S. military, all of which see him as a potential risk to civilian safety and will take the necessary steps to shut down his operation. But he remains determined to reach his goal and instill in his children the courage to pursue their own dreams, no matter the odds.