Bubble Boy
- Comedy
- Adventure
- Romance
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.
Bubble Boy is a 2001 comedy-adventure film starring Jake Gyllenhaal as Jimmy, a young man confined to a plastic bubble due to a compromised immune system who embarks on a cross-country journey to win over his neighbor Chloe before she marries. Blending romance, humor, and road-trip adventure, the film follows Jimmy's determined escape from isolation to pursue love in the real world.
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Streaming availability in United States
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Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated PG-13
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Jake GyllenhaalJimmy Livingston
Swoosie KurtzMrs. Livingston
Marley SheltonChloe
Danny TrejoSlim
John Carroll LynchMr. Livingston
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Trailer
Bubble Boy (2001) Original Theatrical Trailer #2 [4K] [FTD-0604]
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Bubble Boy — frequently asked
When was Bubble Boy released?
Bubble Boy was released on August 24, 2001.
What is Bubble Boy about?
The film follows Jimmy, a man born without an immune system who has spent his life living inside a plastic bubble in his bedroom. When his neighbor Chloe announces her engagement, Jimmy ventures outside his bubble and travels cross-country to stop her wedding.
Where can I watch Bubble Boy?
As a 2001 theatrical release, Bubble Boy is available on various streaming platforms and for rental or purchase through digital retailers; check your local streaming services for current availability.
What genre is Bubble Boy?
Bubble Boy is a comedy-adventure film with romantic elements, combining humor and heart as its protagonist pursues an unconventional quest.
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