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Bubble Boy (2001)

“Life is an adventure. Don't blow it.”

5.8/10 · 651 votes 1h 24m pg-13 ComedyAdventureRomance

#135 of 148 films from 2001 #2520 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Blair Hayes · Written by Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio

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Overview

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.

Cast

Jake Gyllenhaalas Jimmy Livingston
Swoosie Kurtzas Mrs. Livingston
Marley Sheltonas Chloe
Danny Trejoas Slim
John Carroll Lynchas Mr. Livingston
Verne Troyeras Dr. Phreak
Dave Sheridanas Mark
Brian Georgeas Pushpop
Patrick Cranshawas Pappy / Pippy
Stephen Spinellaas Chicken Man
Ever Carradineas Lisa, Mark's Sister
Geoffrey Arendas Flipper Boy
Beetlejuiceas Li'l Zip
Matthew McGroryas Human Sasquatch

Facts

Release dateAugust 24, 2001
Runtime84 min (1h 24m) — shorter as the 2001 average of 111 min
GenresComedy, Adventure, Romance
LanguageEN
Box office$5,007,209
IMDbtt0258470

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Questions

How long is Bubble Boy?
Bubble Boy runs 84 minutes (1h 24m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Bubble Boy worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 651 votes, which places it #135 of 148 films released in 2001 in this index (top 9%) and #2520 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Bubble Boy?
Bubble Boy was directed by Blair Hayes.
Who stars in Bubble Boy?
Jake Gyllenhaal as Jimmy Livingston; Swoosie Kurtz as Mrs. Livingston; Marley Shelton as Chloe; Danny Trejo as Slim; John Carroll Lynch as Mr. Livingston; Verne Troyer as Dr. Phreak.
What is Bubble Boy rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Bubble Boy?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/48545.

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