The Boy in the Plastic Bubble poster

The Boy in the Plastic Bubble (1976)

"A lifetime of loneliness...Or one day of love"

5.619761h 36mEN
TV MovieDrama

Directed by Randal Kleiser

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

November 12, 1976

Director

Randal Kleiser

Official Trailer

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Overview

Tod Lubitch is born with a deficient immune system. As such, he must spend the rest of his life in a completely sterile environment. His room is completely hermetically sealed against bacteria and virus, his food is specially prepared, and his only human contact comes in the form of gloved hands. Th...

Cast

John Travolta

John Travolta

Tod Lubitch

Glynnis O'Connor

Glynnis O'Connor

Gina Biggs

Robert Reed

Robert Reed

Johnny Lubitch

Diana Hyland

Diana Hyland

Mickey Lubitch

Karen Morrow

Karen Morrow

Martha Biggs

Howard Platt

Howard Platt

Neighbor

Buzz Aldrin

Buzz Aldrin

Himself

Ralph Bellamy

Ralph Bellamy

Dr. Gunther

John Friedrich

John Friedrich

Roy Slater

Kelly Ward

Kelly Ward

Tom Shuster

Skip Lowell

Skip Lowell

Bruce Shuster

John Megna

John Megna

Smith

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Boy in the Plastic Bubble (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Tod Lubitch is born with a deficient immune system. As such, he must spend the rest of his life in a completely sterile environment. His room is completely hermetically sealed against bacteria and virus, his food is specially prepared, and his only human contact comes in the form of gloved hands. The movie follows his life into a teenager.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Boy in the Plastic Bubble. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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