The Bubble (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1966, The Bubble is a science fiction film directed by Arch Oboler, running about 112 minutes. “A Spaced Odyssey” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A couple encounter mysterious atmospheric effects in an airplane and find themselves in a town where people behave oddly.
Who’s in it. The Bubble stars Michael Cole as Mark, Deborah Walley as Catherine, Johnny Desmond as Tony Herric and Kassie McMahon as Doctor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Bubble has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bubble page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bubble tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bubble (1966)?
- In US, The Bubble is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Bubble worth watching?
- The Bubble holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bubble?
- The Bubble stars Michael Cole, Deborah Walley, Johnny Desmond, Kassie McMahon and Virginia Gregg.
- When was The Bubble released?
- The Bubble was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.