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The Astronaut Farmer

6.320071h 44mPGMovieScience FictionAdventureComedy

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…

DirectorMichael Polish
WritersMark Polish·Michael Polish
ProducersMichael Polish·Mark Polish

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Polish

BTBilly Bob Thornton
Billy Bob Thornton
Charles Farmer
VMVirginia Madsen
Virginia Madsen
Mrs. Farmer
MTMax Thieriot
Max Thieriot
Shepard Farmer
JPJasper Polish
Jasper Polish
Stanley Farmer
LPLogan Polish
Logan Polish
Sunshine Farmer
JGJon Gries
Jon Gries
FBI Agent Killbourne
MPMark Polish
Mark Polish
FBI Agent Mathis
BDBruce Dern
Bruce Dern
Hal
TNTim Blake Nelson
Tim Blake Nelson
Kevin Munchak
SLSal Lopez
Sal Lopez
Pepe Garcia
JSJ.K. Simmons
J.K. Simmons
Jacobson
KWKiersten Warren
Kiersten Warren
Phyllis

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The Astronaut Farmer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Astronaut Farmer?

The Astronaut Farmer isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, YouTube and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Astronaut Farmer on Netflix?

No, The Astronaut Farmer is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.

Is The Astronaut Farmer on Amazon Prime Video?

The Astronaut Farmer isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Astronaut Farmer for free?

The Astronaut Farmer isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.