Bee Movie poster

Bee Movie (2007)

Film · 1h 31m · Rated G

Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Sports

A witty, absurdist adventure unfolds as a bee sues humanity, bringing whimsical chaos to the courtroom.

Campy and crowd-pleasing, with dry wit. A family watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.

Not on a US subscription service as of Oct 26, 2026.

Bee Movie parents guide

Nothing past what a G promises: no swearing and nothing scary.

Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated G.

Scare
Not scary
Jump scares
None noted
Gore
No gore
Violence
Some violence
Some fighting or peril.
Sex and nudity
None noted
Language
None noted

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What is Bee Movie about?

Barry B. Benson, a recent college graduate who wants more out of his life than making honey, decides to sue the human race after learning about the exploitation of bees at the hands of mankind. What will happen next?

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

Yes. It lands on a happy note.

Cast and crew

Directed bySimon J. Smith, Steve Hickner
StarringJerry Seinfeld, Renée Zellweger, Matthew Broderick, Patrick Warburton, John Goodman, Chris Rock

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