Bee Movie (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
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?
Rated PG • 2007 • 1h 31m
Bee Movie is a lighthearted animated comedy following Barry B. Benson, a bee who leaves his hive to explore the world of humans. The film is rated PG primarily for mild suggestive humor and occasional fantasy peril. Parents should note a recurring theme involving a bee's romantic attachment to a human, which is handled with playful but odd-feeling innuendo. While generally family-friendly, some scenes of slapstick violence and disaster… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Bee Movie appropriate for kids?
Bee Movie is a lighthearted animated comedy following Barry B. Benson, a bee who leaves his hive to explore the world of humans. The film is rated PG primarily for mild suggestive humor and occasional fantasy peril. Parents should note a recurring theme involving a bee's… Read more — free account
Content severity in Bee Movie
What happens in Bee Movie, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:34 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in Bee Movie
The film features mild, persistent innuendos, particularly regarding the romantic dynamic between Barry and Vanessa. Characters occasionally use suggestive language, such as mentions of 'lust' and 'bed bugs,' and there are scenarios depicting a bee/human romance played for laughs.
Violence and gore in Bee Movie
Violence is largely slapstick and stylized cartoon action, qualifying for the animation modifier. Scenes include swatting insects, bees crashing into windshields, and a chaotic plane landing sequence. There is no gore, though some sequences show insect characters appearing to be incapacitated or 'dead'.
Language in Bee Movie
Language is very mild and infrequent, consisting primarily of light exclamations and standard insults. There is a single use of 'My God' and some mildly rude remarks throughout.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Bee Movie
Substance use is portrayed in a mild, comedic fashion. Characters are shown drinking wine, a bee sips a martini, and smoking is depicted in the background, including a beekeeper using smoke to sedate a hive.
Mature themes in Bee Movie
The film deals with themes of societal conformity, the ethics of animal exploitation, and ecological collapse. These mature concepts are presented in a satirical way but form the core conflict of the courtroom drama.
Scary moments in Bee Movie
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Bee Movie yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bee Movie appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Bee Movie is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Bee Movie is a lighthearted animated comedy following Barry B. Benson, a bee who leaves his hive to explore the world of humans. The film is rated PG primarily for mild suggestive humor and occasional fantasy peril…
What age rating does Bee Movie have?
Bee Movie is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Bee Movie about?
Bee Movie is a lighthearted animated comedy following Barry B. Benson, a bee who leaves his hive to explore the world of humans. The film is rated PG primarily for mild suggestive humor and occasional fantasy peril. Parents should note a recurring theme involving a bee's romantic attachment to a human, which is…
Is there sex or nudity in Bee Movie?
The film features mild, persistent innuendos, particularly regarding the romantic dynamic between Barry and Vanessa. Characters occasionally use suggestive language, such as mentions of 'lust' and 'bed bugs,' and there are scenarios depicting a bee/human…
How violent is Bee Movie?
Violence is largely slapstick and stylized cartoon action, qualifying for the animation modifier. Scenes include swatting insects, bees crashing into windshields, and a chaotic plane landing sequence. There is no gore, though some sequences show insect…
Is the language in Bee Movie appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild and infrequent, consisting primarily of light exclamations and standard insults. There is a single use of 'My God' and some mildly rude remarks throughout.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Bee Movie?
Substance use is portrayed in a mild, comedic fashion. Characters are shown drinking wine, a bee sips a martini, and smoking is depicted in the background, including a beekeeper using smoke to sedate a hive.
What mature themes appear in Bee Movie?
The film deals with themes of societal conformity, the ethics of animal exploitation, and ecological collapse. These mature concepts are presented in a satirical way but form the core conflict of the courtroom drama.
How long is Bee Movie?
Bee Movie runs 91 minutes, directed by Simon J. Smith, Steve Hickner, released in 2007.
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