A Million Miles Away: See release date, storyline, cast, streaming platform and more

A new film, which is set to premiere on September 15, 2023, by Amazon Studios, will depict the true story of José Hernández, a migrant farmworker turned astronaut.

A Million Miles Away: Storyline

The film traces the journey of NASA flight engineer José Hernández, whose family relocated from Michoacán, Mexico, to the San Joaquin Valley before he fulfilled his dream of joining the International Space Station.


According to the film's synopsis, José's relentless pursuit of his seemingly impossible dream was supported by his hard-working parents, relatives and teachers.

A Million Miles Away: Inspiration

Inspired by Hernández's book, "Reaching for the Stars: The Inspiring Story of a Migrant Farmworker turned Astronaut," the film showcases his unwavering determination.

The trailer reveals Hernández's decade-long struggle, with 12 attempts to enter the space program before realizing his dream in August 2009, when he joined the space shuttle Discovery.

A Million Miles Away: Team

Alejandra Márquez Abella directs the film, with writing contributions from Bettina Gilois and Hernán Jiménez.

A Million Miles Away: Cast

The movie’s cast includes:

Michael Peña as José
Rosa Salazar as Adela
Julio Cesar Cedillo as Salvador
Veronica Falcón as Julia
Juan Pablo Monterrubio as Young José at age 7
Garrett Dillahunt as Commander Rick "CJ" Sturckow
Isabel Aerenlund as Missions Specialist Nicole Stott
Sarayu Blue as Kalpana Chawla
Bobby Soto as Beto
Ashley Ciarra as Marisa
Eric Johnson as Clint Logan

A Million Miles Away: Streaming Platform

A Million Miles Away will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting September 15.

FAQs

What is the release date for the film "A Million Miles Away," and who are the lead actors?
"A Million Miles Away" is set to premiere on September 15, 2023, and stars Michael Peña as José Hernández and Rosa Salazar as his wife, Adela.

What is the inspiration behind the film, and who directed it?
The film is inspired by the true story of NASA engineer José Hernández, as detailed in his book. Alejandra Márquez Abella is the director, with additional writing contributions from Bettina Gilois and Hernán Jiménez.