Bubble Boy
2001, English. Directed by Blair Hayes.
Life is an adventure. Don't blow it.
Jimmy is a young man who was born without an immune system and has lived his life within a plastic bubble in his bedroom... who pines for the sweet caresses of girl-next-door Chloe. But when Chloe decides to marry her high school boyfriend, Jimmy – bubble suit and all – treks cross-country to stop her.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Snoozefest
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5.8/10 from 658 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Blair HayesDirector
- Jake GyllenhaalJimmy Livingston
- Swoosie KurtzMrs. Livingston
- Marley SheltonChloe
- Danny TrejoSlim
- John Carroll LynchMr. Livingston
- Verne TroyerDr. Phreak
- Dave SheridanMark
- Brian GeorgePushpop
- Patrick CranshawPappy / Pippy
- Stephen SpinellaChicken Man
- Ever CarradineLisa, Mark's Sister
- Geoffrey ArendFlipper Boy
Details
- Released
- 24 August 2001
- Country
- United States of America, France
- Written by
- Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio
- Box office
- $5M
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Bubble Boy: quick answers
Is Bubble Boy worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 658 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bubble Boy?
Bubble Boy runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does Bubble Boy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bubble Boy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Bubble Boy suitable for kids?
Bubble Boy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What movies are like Bubble Boy?
If you liked Bubble Boy, try Garden State, Juno, Joe Versus the Volcano.
Who directed Bubble Boy?
Bubble Boy (2001) was directed by Blair Hayes and stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Swoosie Kurtz, Marley Shelton.