---
title: "The Astronaut Farmer"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-astronaut-farmer-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 5172
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Astronaut Farmer (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-astronaut-farmer-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Astronaut Farmer is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Adventure, Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Polish Brothers Construction, Warner Bros. Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Texas rancher builds a rocket in his barn to launch himself into space."

### Why Watch
- Unique story about pursuing a lifelong dream
- Engaging blend of drama and science fiction

### Caveats & Content Note
- Encounters opposition from authorities like the FBI and FAA
- Financial pressures on the family ranch complicate his goal
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a PG rating and blends science fiction, adventure, comedy, and drama.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: inspiring, determined, dramatic, adventurous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Polish
- **Networks / Studios**: Polish Brothers Construction, Warner Bros. Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Billy Bob Thornton** as *Charles Farmer*
- **Virginia Madsen** as *Mrs. Farmer*
- **Max Thieriot** as *Shepard Farmer*
- **Jasper Polish** as *Stanley Farmer*
- **Logan Polish** as *Sunshine Farmer*
- **Jon Gries** as *FBI Agent Killbourne*
- **Mark Polish** as *FBI Agent Mathis*
- **Bruce Dern** as *Hal*
- **Tim Blake Nelson** as *Kevin Munchak*
- **Sal Lopez** as *Pepe Garcia*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Astronaut Farmer released?
The film was released in the United States on February 23, 2007.

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows a Texan rancher who attempts to construct a rocket in his barn and launch himself into outer space.

### Q: What is Charles Farmer's background?
He is an astrophysicist and former Air Force member who left service to save his family ranch.

### Q: Do authorities get involved in his project?
Yes, the FBI puts him under surveillance when he tries to buy rocket fuel, and the FAA stalls his flight plan.

### Q: What genres does the film fall under?
The movie encompasses science fiction, adventure, comedy, and drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Astronaut Farmer — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/5172)
- [Astronaut 63% [The Astronaut Farmer] (2007) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/241132-astronaut)
- [The Astronaut Farmer - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Astronaut_Farmer)

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