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.
Acting
Travolta's earnest commitment to bubble life is almost admirable.
Production
That bubble suit is peak 70s TV movie craftsmanship.
Director
Randal Kleiser
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was the first of two TV movies Travolta made in 1976; the other was 'The Devil's Rain.' He was busy.
The 'bubble boy' concept became such pop culture shorthand that it spawned a Seinfeld episode and endless parodies.
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