Miko Hughes made a strong impression as the vulnerable Sonny in Ron Howard’s Apollo 13, capturing the emotional stakes of the space mission through his heartfelt performance as one of Jim Lovell’s children. He also appeared in Wes Craven’s New Nightmare, where his role added an eerie, unsettling layer to the meta horror unfolding on screen. Known primarily as a child actor, Hughes brought a naturalness and depth to his characters that made him memorable in films like Pet Sematary, where he portrayed the tragic character Gage Creed. His early work stands out for its ability to blend innocence with complex emotion.