Welcome to Coalwood (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2009, Welcome to Coalwood is a documentary film directed by Steve Date, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. Coalwood, WV is the home town of Homer Hickam, whose memoir, Rocket Boys, was made into the movie October Sky. "Welcome to Coalwood" takes you to the October Sky Festival, where you'll meet the Rocket Boys and hear more of the story of this company-owned "coal camp" as told by the people who have lived there.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Welcome to Coalwood sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Welcome to Coalwood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Welcome to Coalwood tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Welcome to Coalwood (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Welcome to Coalwood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Welcome to Coalwood worth watching?
- Welcome to Coalwood holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Welcome to Coalwood released?
- Welcome to Coalwood was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.