Boy in the Plastic Bubble, The, 1976, TV-PG, 1 hr 45 min
The Boy in the Plastic Bubble Runtime: 105 minutes Studio: ABC Circle Films Distributor: ABC Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A made-for-TV drama inspired by the true story of David Vetter, a boy born with a severe immune deficiency, who must live in a sterile environment to survive. John Travolta stars as the isolated teenager coping with the challenges of life inside a plastic bubble. Ratings: My Rating: 8/10 IMDb: 7.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: Not Available Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: 7.4/10 Plot Summary: The film follows Tod Lubitch, a boy born with a compromised immune system, forced to live in a sterile plastic environment. It depicts his struggles with isolation, desire for normal human contact, and the emotional challenges for his family and doctors as they navigate his unique medical condition. Critics Review: Praised for John Travolta’s performance and the emotional depth of the story, the film brought awareness to immunodeficiency ...