After beginning on the eve of the launch, the rest of the film is told through flashback, beginning on July 19, 1985, when Christa McAuliffe was officially selected to be the first teacher to travel into space.
Following its commencement prior to the release, the remainder of the film is recounted through flashback, beginning on July 19, 1985, when Christa McAuliffe was officially chosen for a space expedition.