About Space Cowboys
- Released on August 04, 2000
"Space Cowboys" is a captivating blend of science fiction and drama, released in the year 2000, under the helm of renowned filmmaker Clint Eastwood. The film boasts a stellar cast, with Eastwood himself taking on the role of the protagonist, Frank Corvin. He is joined by the equally talented Tommy Lee Jones, who portrays the character of 'Hawk' Hawkins. The film also features compelling performances by James Garner as Tank Sullivan and Donald Sutherland as Jerry O'Neill.
The story of "Space Cowboys" revolves around four aging ex-test pilots and engineers: Frank Corvin, 'Hawk' Hawkins, Jerry O'Neill, and 'Tank' Sullivan. These men were once the leading members of Project Daedalus, a top-secret Air Force initiative aimed at exploring space travel. However, their ambitions were abruptly halted in 1958 when NASA was formed and began using trained chimps for space exploration. Feeling betrayed and disillusioned, they resigned themselves to a life on Earth, believing their dreams of reaching the stars were forever out of reach.
The plot takes a dramatic turn when Russia's enigmatic 'Ikon' communications satellite starts to malfunction. Its orbit begins to degrade, posing a significant threat to Earth. In a surprising twist, Frank, 'Hawk', Jerry, and 'Tank' are given a chance to redeem themselves. With their unique expertise and the urgency of the situation, they manage to blackmail their way into orbit on a daring mission to save the world from potential disaster. This sets the stage for a thrilling adventure filled with tension, nostalgia, and camaraderie that makes "Space Cowboys" an engaging watch.
Full Cast of Space Cowboys
Clint Eastwood plays Frank Corvin
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Donald Sutherland plays Jerry O`Neill
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James Garner (born James Scott Bumgarner; April 7, 1928 – July 19, 2014) was an American actor, producer, and voice a...
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Courtney B. Vance plays Roger Hines
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Rade Šerbedžija plays General Vostov
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Anne Stedman plays Jason's Girlfriend
Jay Leno plays Jay Leno
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Eli Craig plays Young Hawk
John Asher plays Young Jerry
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Mark Thomason plays Mission Control Tech
Georgia Emelin plays Jerry's Girlfriend
Rick Scarry plays State Department Official
Tim Halligan plays Qualls
Steve Monroe plays Waiter
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Kate McNeil plays Female Astronaut #1
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John Linton plays Male Astronaut #1
Paul Pender plays JBC Security Guard
Steven West plays Construction Tech
Cooper Huckabee plays Trajectory Engineer
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Gerald Emerick plays T-38 Pilot
Renee Olstead plays Little Girl
Don Michaelson plays NASA Doctor
Steve Stapenhorst plays Vice President
Lauren Cohn plays Teacher at NASA Tour
Chris Wylde plays Jason
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Kristin Quick plays Young Museum Attendant
Deborah Jolly plays Cocktail Waitress
Crew of Space Cowboys
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- Clint Eastwood
- Tommy Lee Jones
- Donald Sutherland
- James Garner
- James Cromwell
- Marcia Gay Harden
- William Devane
- Loren Dean
- Courtney B. Vance
- Barbara Babcock
- Rade Šerbedžija
- Blair Brown
- James MacDonald
- Jon Hamm
- Toby Stephens
- Anne Stedman
- Jay Leno
- Nils Allen Stewart
- Eli Craig
- John Asher
- Matt McColm
- Billie Worley
- Mark Thomason
- Georgia Emelin
- Rick Scarry
- Tim Halligan
- Steve Monroe
- Gordy Owens
- Kate McNeil
- Karen M. Waldron
- John Linton
- Paul Pender
- Steven West
- Cooper Huckabee
- Hayden Tank
- Gerald Emerick
- Renee Olstead
- Don Michaelson
- Steve Stapenhorst
- Lauren Cohn
- Chris Wylde
- Erica Grant
- Kristin Quick
- Deborah Jolly